Fuel Shut-Off Valve

The fuel shut-off valve is located on top of the fuel tank. When turned in a clockwise direction until it stops, it will shut off the flow of fuel to the engine. When turned in a counterclockwise direction it will open and allow fuel to flow to the engine. See Figure 1-1.

CLOSE

OPEN

Figure 1-1

NOTE: Close this valve if you are not going to run the mower for a period of 30 minutes or more to prevent flooding the engine.

Transmission Bypass Rods (Not Shown)

The transmission bypass rods (one for each the RH and LH transmission) are located beneath the frame platform, just inside each rear wheel. See Figure 1-1 on page 9.

When engaged, the two rods open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to be pushed short distances by hand. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments section for instructions on using the bypass feature.

CAUTION: Never tow your tractor. Towing the tractor with the rear wheels on the ground may cause severe damage to the transmissions.

Transmission Oil Expansion Reservoir (Not Shown)

The transmission oil expansion reservoir is connected by hoses to the RH and LH transmission assemblies, and is located beneath the seat box. The function of the reservoir is to hold the natural expansion of transmission oil that occurs as the transmission warms up during operation. DO NOT FILL THE RESERVOIR.

Under normal operating conditions, no oil should be added to the reservoir. The COLD oil level should be no higher than approximately 1⁄4” (the “Full Cold” mark) above the bottom of the reservoir. See Figure 1-2.

Cold Oil Full Mark

Figure 1-2

NOTE: Prior to the initial operation of the tractor, the oil level in the reservoir may be slightly higher than the maximum due to air in the oil lines. Operation of the tractor will eventually purge the air from the lines and the oil level will settle to the maximum.

14Section 4— Controls & Features