•The safety interlock system will automatical- ly shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the brake pedal lock.

•The safety interlock system will automatical- ly disengage the PTO if the reverse control pedal is pressed down with the PTO in the “RUN” position. To re-engage the PTO, re- lease the reverse control pedal, move the PTO switch into the “OFF” position and then engage the PTO while seated.

•The safety interlock system will automatical- ly shut off the tractor engine if the operator leaves the seat with the PTO in the “RUN” position.

1.Operator must be sitting in the tractor seat.

2.Pull choke control knob to full choke position. Less choking may be necessary due to variations in temperature, grade of fuel, etc. Little or no choking will be needed when the engine is warm.

3.Place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” position.

4.Place the PTO switch in the “OFF” position.

5.Fully depress the brake pedal.

6.Turn the ignition key clockwise to the “START” position and release it as soon as the engine starts; however, do not crank the engine continuously for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start within this time, turn the key “OFF” and wait a minute to allow the engine’s starter motor to cool, then try again.

7.After the engine starts, slowly release the brake pedal. As the engine warms up, gradually push the choke control knob all the way in. Do not use the choke to enrich the fuel mixture, except as necessary to start the engine.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

CAUTION

Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent accidental starting or battery discharge if the equipment is left unattended.

Place the PTO switch in the “OFF” position. Move the throttle control lever midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions. Wait a moment to allow the engine speed to stabilize, then turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

TRACTOR BREAK-IN PROCEDURE

CAUTION

Never operate a new engine immediately under full load. Break it in carefully as shown in the table below.

 

Engine Throttle

 

 

 

Control Lever

 

Period

 

Position

Load

 

 

 

 

 

1/2

3/4 Full

 

 

 

 

 

1st hour

 

X

None

 

X

 

Light drawbar load

 

 

 

or

2nd hour

 

X

Mowing with tractor

 

 

 

at slow groundspeed

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

Medium drawbar

3rd through

 

 

load

12th hour

 

 

or

 

 

X

Normal mowing

 

 

 

 

COLD WEATHER STARTING

WARNING

Engine exhaust gases are dangerous. Do not run the engine in a confined area such as a storage building any longer than is necessary. Immediately move the tractor outdoors.

WARNING

For personal safety, the operator must be sitting in the tractor seat before starting the tractor.

When starting the engine at temperatures near or below freezing, ensure the correct viscosity motor oil is used in the engine and the battery is fully charged. Start the engine as follows:

1.Pull the choke all the way out to full choke position.

2.Move the throttle control lever to midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” position.

3.Place the PTO switch in the “OFF” position.

4.Fully depress the brake pedal.

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2206 specifications

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