Operation

MOWING

1.Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the motion control handles are locked in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is on the seat.

2.Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).

3.Set the mower cutting height.

4.Set the throttle to FULL.

5.Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch.

6.Begin mowing. See the Lawn Care Section for tips on mowing patterns, lawn care, and trouble shooting information.

7.When finished, slow engine down and shut off the PTO.

8.Stop the engine (see STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND ENGINE).

PUSHING THE RIDER BY HANDDO NOT TOW RIDER

Towing the unit will cause hydraulic pump and wheel motor damage. Do not use another vehicle to push or pull this unit.

1.Refer to Figure 4 for hydraulic release valve location.

2.To open the dump valves, turn the right-hand release valve, which is located on top of the right-hand pump, counter-clockwise 2 full turns MAX. Then turn the left-hand release valve, which is located on the bottom of the left-hand pump, counter-clockwise 2 full turns MAX.

3.Disengage the parking brake. The tractor can now be pushed by hand.

4.After moving the tractor, engage the parking brake. Re-engage the pumps (drive position) by turning the release valves clockwise and tighten to 80-120 in/lbs (9-13.5 N.m.)

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Figure 4. Hydraulic Release Valve Location

A.Hydraulic Release Valve (Right-hand side shown)

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