Features & Controls

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.

Hour Meter / Maintenance Reminder

The hour meter measures the number of hours the key has been in the RUN position. The hour meter will flash an initial oil change indicator at 5 hours, and a lubrication reminder every 50 hours. These reminders display for approximately two hours and will automatically reset themselves.

Note: The hour meter will register the passage of time when the key is in the RUN position, even if the engine is not running. The hour meter has a self contained power source so the total hours are always visible.

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 rider seat for the PTO to function.

Transmission Oil Fill

Transmission oil is added through the transmission oil expansion chamber. It also serves as extra holding capacity for oil as the transmission heats up and the oil expands. See CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL for oil level check and fill procedures.

Transmission Release Valves

The transmission release valves deactivate the transmis- sions so that the unit can be pushed by hand. See PUSHING THE UNIT BY HAND for operational informa- tion.

Seat Adjustment Knobs

The seat can be adjusted forward and backward. Tip the seat forward, loosen the adjustment knobs, slide the seat to the desired position, and tighten the knobs.

Fuel Tank & Gauge

To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. The fuel gauge is mounted in the fuel tank and indicates the amount of fuel in the tank.

Mower Height of Cut Adjustment &

Attachment Lift Control Lever

To adjust cutting height, pull the large lever back fully to lock the control in the attachment raised transport posi- tion. Position the cutting height selector pin on the appropriate hole to achieve the desired cutting height. Pull back on the small lift latch lever and large lever simultaneously, and lower the mower into cutting posi- tion.

For attachment transport lift, pull the large lift lever back fully to lock the control in the attachment raised transport position.

Parking Brake

DISENGAGE	Releases the parking brake.
ENGAGE	Locks the parking brake.

Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking brake. Move the lever fully forward to disengage the parking brake. NOTE: To start the unit the parking brake must be engaged.