Startingthe Engine
interlock system is malfunctioning. This
_, WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the system was designed for your safety and
protection.
NOTE: Refer to the
1.Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.
2.Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position.
3.Engage the tractor's parking brake.
4.Activate the choke control.
5.Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position. After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the NORMAL MOWING position.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause damage to your engine's electric starter.
6.After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control.
NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly.
Stoppingthe Engine
WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine and remove the ignition key. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating
1.If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade Engage lever in the disengaged (OFF) position.
2.Position the throttle/choke control between half- throttle and the FAST (rabbit) position
3.Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position.
4.Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting.
DrivingTheTractor
WARNING: Avoid sudden starts, ex-
cessive speed and sudden stops.
WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position, depressing the brake pedal and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the ignition key off and remove the key.
1.Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let the pedal up.
2.Move the throttle/choke control into the FAST (rabbit) position.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the shift lever to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always use the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete stop before shifting.
3.To move forward, place the shift lever in the FORWARD position, then slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved.
4.To move in reverse, place the shift lever in the REVERSE position, check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the drive pedal.
DrivingOnSlopes
Refer to the SLOPEGAUGEon page 9 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely.
slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of
_, ARNING: Do not mow on inclines with a approximately
tractor could overturn and cause serious injury.
•Mow up and down slopes, NEVER across.
•Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
•Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
•Avoid turns when driving on a slope. If a turn must be made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of a roll over.
•Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward.
SettingTheCruiseControl
while traveling in Reverse.
_, ARNING: Never engage cruise control
1.Slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved.
2.Lightly depress the cruise control lever.
3.While continuing to hold the cruise lever down, lift your foot from the drive pedal (you should feel the cruise latch engage).
4.Once engaged, the cruise control lever and the drive pedal will lock in the "down" position, and the tractor will maintain the same forward speed.
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