WARNING

If you do not understand how a specific control functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now.

Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first becoming familiar with the location and function of ALL controls.

STARTING THE ENGINE

1.While sitting in the operators seat, engage the parking brake and make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the ground speed control levers are locked in the neutral position.

2.Set the throttle to middle position (set throttle to FULL when starting in cold weather)

3.Turn the key to the HEAT position. Hold the key to turn the glow plug indicator light on and activate the glow plugs.

4.Wait until the glow plug indicator light turns off, then turn the key to START. If the engine does not start immediately, move the throttle control to FULL.

NOTE: Do not crank the engine continuously for more than 30 seconds. Allow the starter motor to cool for two minutes before cranking the engine again.

5.After the engine starts, move the engine throttle control to SLOW. Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute.

6.Move the throttle to FULL before engaging the PTO switch or driving the machine.

In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP. Use this method only in emergency situations. For normal engine shut down follow the procedure given in STOPPING THE TRACTOR.

Operation

STOPPING THE TRACTOR & ENGINE

1.Returning the ground speed control levers to the middle position will stop tractor movement. Pivot the levers outward and lock them in neutral.

2.Disengage the PTO.

3.Engage the parking brake.

4.Move the throttle control to SLOW and allow the engine to cool down for a short time.

5.Turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the key.

DRIVING THE TRACTOR

1.Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can comfortably reach all of the controls and see the instrument and gauge panels.

2.Engage the parking brake.

3.Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the ground speed control levers are locked in the neutral position.

4.Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).

5.Disengage the parking brake and pivot the ground speed control levers inward.

6.Move the levers evenly forward to travel forward. Return them to the neutral position to stop. Note that the further the levers are moved forward the faster the tractor will travel.

7.Stop the tractor by returning the control levers to the neutral position, pivoting the levers outward to lock into the neutral position, engaging the parking brake, and stopping the engine (see STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND ENGINE).

NOTE: See the ZERO-TURN DRIVING PRACTICE section on pages 16 & 17 for detailed instructions on

driving the tractor.

Operation

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5900619 specifications

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