Features & Controls

Fuel Tank

To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.

PTO Switch

The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disen- gages attachments that use the PTO. To engage the PTO, pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN to disengage. Note that the operator must be seated firmly in the trac- tor seat for the PTO to function.

Mower Height of Cut Adjustment

The cutting height adjustment knob controls the mower cutting height. The cutting height is infinitely adjustable between 1” and 3-3/4.”

Seat Adjustment Lever

The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position.

Transmission Release Valve Lever

The transmission release valve lever deactivates the transmission so that the tractor can be pushed by hand. See PUSHING THE TRACTOR BY HAND for opera- tional information.

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has three positions:

OFF	Stops the engine and shuts off the
	electrical system.
RUN	Allows the engine to run and powers the
	electrical system.
START	Cranks the engine for starting.

NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN posi- tion with the engine stopped–this drains the battery.

Brake Pedal

Depressing the brake pedal applies the tractor brake.

Ground Speed Lever

The tractor’s forward ground speed is controlled by the forward ground speed control lever. The tractor’s reverse ground speed is controlled by the reverse ground speed control pedal.

Moving the lever forward will increase ground speed. Note that the further forward the lever is moved, the faster the tractor will travel.

Parking Brake

The parking brake knob is used to lock the parking brake when the tractor is stopped. Fully depressing the brake pedal and pulling up on the knob engages the parking brake. Refer to page 10 for a full explanation of parking brake functions.

Attachment Lift Control Lever

When using the mower deck, lift the deck off the ground while transporting to and from the job site. DO NOT cut with the mower in the raised, transport position.