Operation

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.

Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minu e before engaging the PTO switch or driving the rider.

STARTING THE ENGINE

 

STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND

1. While sitting in the operator’s seat with your feet

 

ENGINE

placed on the foot rests, engage the parking brake

1. Taking your foot off of the transmission foot

and make sure the PTO switch is disengaged.

 

 

control pedal will return the transmission to neutral

2. NOTE: A warm engine may not require

 

 

and stop tractor movement.

choking.

 

 

2. Disengage the PTO by pushing down on the PTO

Set the engine throttle control to FAST throttle

 

 

switch.

position. Then fully close the choke by pulling the

3. Engage the parking brake by pulling the handle

knob OUT fully.

 

 

 

 

towards the operator until it locks into position.

 

 

 

 

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3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to

 

4. Move the throttle co trol to mid-throttle position

START.

 

 

 

 

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4. After the engine starts, gradually open the choke

 

and turn the ig ition key to OFF Remove the key.

(push knob down fully). Reduce to half throttle

 

 

speed and allow engine to warm up.

 

 

 

Not

 

5. After warming the engine, ALWAYS perate the unit at FULL THROTTLE when m wing.

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 AND ENGINE.

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