The cutting height rangeis approximately
These heightsare approximateand may vary dependinguponsoil conditions,
heightof grass and types of grassbeing mowed.
•The averagelawn should be cut to
cool seasonand to over 3 inchesduring hot months. For healthierand better
lookinglawns, mowoften and after moderategrowth.
•For bestcutting performance,grass over 6 inchesin heightshould be mowed twice. Makethe first cut relativelyhigh; the secondto desired height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted
when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help
prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level
surface.
1.Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting height.
2.Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar.
3.Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise
gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground.
4.Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.
5.Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge
wheels if you change the cutting height of the mower deck.
Retainer
Spring
//C_vis Pin
TO OPERATE MOWER
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equip- ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.
1.Select desired height of cut.
2.Lower mower with attachment lift con- trol.
3.Start mower blades by engaging at- tachment clutch control.
TO STOP MOWER | BLADES | - | ||
disengage attachment | clutch | control. | ||
CAUTION: | Do | not | operate | the mower |
without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector
shield | in place. |
|
Attachment Clutch |
| |
Switch | Pull Out to | Attachemnt Lift |
"Engage" | Lever High Position | |
Deflector
Shield
/
//
/
Pushqn to "Disengage"
REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direc- tion with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position.
,4_WARNING: Backing up with the at- tachment clutch engaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in
reverse unless absolutely necessary.
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