Battery Strap |
| • Insert the drain tube down through the hole in the |
Slot in | battery compartment and the hole in the transaxle | |
| Frame | reinforcement bracket located on the right side of |
Hole |
| the unit. See Figure 9. Be certain drain tube is |
| routed away from the wheel rim. | |
|
| • Trim excess end of drain tube if necessary (about |
|
| 4" should extend past the bracket or cable tie). |
Drain Tube
Transaxle
Reinforcement
Bracket
Figure 9
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the dashboard. Start the engine by turning the key to the START position. When the engine is running, leave the key in the ON position. To stop the engine, turn the key to the OFF position. See Figure 10.
WARNING: Remove the key from the tractor, when the tractor is not in use, to prevent accidental starting.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the dashboard and is used to regulate the engine speed. To get maximum efficiency in cutting grass, the throttle should be in the FAST position when operating the tractor.
Clutch-Brake Pedal
The
Light Switch | Ignition Switch |
|
Choke
Throttle
Cable
Lift
Lever
Ammeter
Clutch / Brake Pedal
Figure 10
Choke Control
The choke control is located on the dashboard and is operated manually. Details for the choke operation are covered in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. See Figure 10.
Hydrostatic Control Lever
The hydrostatic control lever is located on top of the fender on the right side of the tractor. This single control lever, connected to the hydrostatic transmission, controls both the speed and direction of the tractor. Infinite speed control is achieved by moving the control lever forward or backward. The farther forward or backward you move the control lever, the faster you will travel. Pulling the control lever into neutral (N) area will stop the tractor. See Figure 11.
Hydrostatic
Control Lever
Figure 11
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