DrivingTheTractor
and sudden stops.
i_lkWARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed
1.Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.
2.To travel FORWARD, slowly press the upper portion of the drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved. See Fig.
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ReverseCaution Mode
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO)
engaged.
NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
the tractor in the REVERSECAUTION MODE. Always WARNING!look down andUsebehindextremebeforecautionand while operatingbacking. Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area.
To use the REVERSECAUTION MODE:
NOTE:The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.
1.Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous page.
2.Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position to the REVERSECAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the key switch module. See Fig.
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Stop
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Reverse
Push Button
Reverse
Caution Mode
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3.To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the lower portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your foot (NOTyour heel) until the desired speed is achieved. See Fig.
CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion.
Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before moving the tractor from forward to reverse or vice versa.
WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the engine offand remove the ignition key.
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3.Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module. The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key switch module will be ON while activated. See Fig.
4.Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.
5.Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children are around. After resuming forward motion, return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position.
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:
a.The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING position or STOP position or
b.The operator leaves the seat.
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