ThrottleControlLever
The throttle control lever is located on the left side of the
IgnitionSwitchModule
Fast
WARNING: Never leave a running machine
Position
tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine.
When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform
engine speed.
IMPORTANT:When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged, be certain that the throttle lever is always in the FAST (rabbit) position.
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unattended. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position. See Figure 2.
ChokeControl
The choke control can be found on the left side of the dash panel and is activated by pulling the
knob outward. Activating the choke control closes the choke
plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine. Refer to StartingThe Engineon page 13 of
this manual for detailed starting instructions.
Position
Normal
Mowing Mode
Stop
Position
Start
Position
BrakePedal
The brake pedal is located on the
right front side of the tractor(o) above the drive pedal along the
running board. The brake pedal can be used for sudden stops or setting the parking brake.
NOTE: The brake pedal must be fully depressed to activate the
safety interlock switch when starting the tractor.
SeatAdjustmentLever
To adjust the seat forward or backward, slide the seat adjustment lever to the left and reposition the seat to the desired position. Once a comfortable position is found, release the seat adjustment lever to lock the seat in place. Refer to SeatAdjustmenton page 18 of this manual for more detailed instructions.
DeckLiftLever
Found on your tractor'sright fender, the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application.
Figure 2
IMPORTANT: Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both SafetyInterlock Switcheson page 12 and StartingTheEngine on page 13 of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE.
DrivePedal
The drive pedal is located on the right side of the tractor, along the running board. Press the upper portion of the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to travel forward. Press the lower portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your right foot (NOT your heel) to cause the tractor to travel in reverse. Ground speed is also controlled with the drive pedal. The further forward or rearward that the pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will travel. The pedal will return to its original position when it'snot pressed.
IMPORTANT: Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended.
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