TO USE CRUISE CONTROL
The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only.
SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS
The cruise control should only be used while mowing or transporting on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Other condi- tions such as trimming at stow speeds may cause the cruise control to dis- engage. Do not use the cruise control on slopes, rough terrian or while trimmimg or turning.
•With forward drive pedal (K) depressed to desired speed, pull cruise control lever (J) up and hold while lifting your foot off the pedal, then release the lever.
To disengage the cruise control, depress the brake pedal or tap on forward drive pedal.
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height.
• Put attachment lift lever in desired cut-
ting height slot.
The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1" to 4". The heights are mea- sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending
upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.
•The average lawn should be cut to ap- proximately
•For best cutting performance, grass
over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut rela-
tively high; the second to 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: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.
1.Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of manual).
2.With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appro- priate hole. Tighten securely.
3.Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.
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 with at- tachment lift lever.
2.Start mower blades by engaging at- tachment clutch control.
TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control.
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