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.
_L, 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.
USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM -
Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the mowing area.
1.Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold.
2.With engine running, turn ignition key
counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi- tion.
3.Look down and behind before and while backing.
4.Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) po- sition and slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.
5.When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.
ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating)
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TO OPERATE ON HILLS
_I_,WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual.
•Choose the slowest speed before start- ing up or down hills.
•Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.
•If stopping is absolutely necessary, push
clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi- tion and engage parking brake.
•Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. En- sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement.
•To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
•Make all turns slowly.
TO TRANSPORT
•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest.
•When pushing or towing your tractor, ensure gearshift lever is in neutral posi- tion.
•Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage
when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, ensure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).
TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH=
MENTS
Tow only the attachments that are recom- mended by and comply with specifications
of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.
Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.
SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of hours the engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine or mower needs
servicing. When service is required, the service reminder will flash for two hours.
To service engine and mower, see the
Maintenance section of this manual.
NOTE: Service reminder runs when the ignition key is in any position but "STOP". For accurate reading, be sure key remains in the "STOP" position when engine is not running.
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