Forward Control Pedal

The forward control pedal is located on the right side of the tractor, at the front of the right running board. Depress the forward control pedal to cause the tractor to travel in the forward direction. The forward ground speed of the tractor is directly affected by the distance the pedal is depressed. The further the pedal is depressed, the faster the tractor will travel. The tractor will slow and the pedal will return to its original position when released.

Reverse Control Pedal

The reverse control pedal is located in the right front running board rearward of the forward control pedal. Depress the reverse control pedal to cause the tractor to travel in reverse. The further the pedal is depressed, the faster the tractor will travel. The tractor will slow and the pedal will return to its original position when released.

Brake Pedal

The brake pedal is located at the front of the left running board and is used for quick stops, or setting the parking brake. This pedal must be fully depressed to activate the safety interlock switch when starting the tractor.

Deck Lift Lever

The deck lift lever is located in the right fender and is used to change the cutting height of the mower deck. The cutting heights range from 1-1⁄2” to 4”. Each of the six index notches represent an approximately 1⁄2” adjustment to the deck height. To use, grasp the lift lever handle and pull slightly upward (rearward) while pivoting the lever inward and out of its index notch. Move the lift lever as necessary to place in the notch best suited for your application.

After changing the cutting height of the deck, you must check the position of the deck front gauge wheels. They should be approximately ½” above the ground when the tractor is on a smooth, flat surface such as a driveway. Refer to “Maintenance & Adjustments” later in this manual

Cup Holder

The tractor’s cup holder is located on the fender to the left of the seat.

Seat Adjustment Lever

The seat adjustment lever is on the left side of the seat. Use this lever to adjust the seat forward or rearward to a comfortable operating position. See the “Maintenance & Adjustments” section later in this manual for instructions.

Fuel Fill Cap and Fuel Level Window

The fuel fill cap is located in the center of the rear fender. Pivot the seat forward to fully access the fuel fill cap and fill the fuel tank.

Turn the fill cap approximately 1⁄4 turn and pull upward to remove. Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn 1⁄4 turn clockwise to tighten.

The level of fuel in the fuel tank can be viewed through the fuel level window in the rear hitch plate.

Cargo Net

Conveniently located on the tractor’s dash panel, the cargo net can be used to store personal items while operating the lawn tractor.

Hydro Transmission Bypass Rods

The hydro transmission bypass rods are located at the back of the tractor above the rear hitch plate. When engaged, these levers open a hydro pump bypass valve in each transmission which allows the tractor to be manually pushed short distances. See the “Maintenance & Adjustments” section later in this manual for instructions.

Section 4 — Controls & Features

 

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