WARNING

If you do not understand how a specific control functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now.

Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first becoming familiar with the location and function of ALL controls.

STARTING THE ENGINE

1.While sitting in the operator’s seat, engage the parking brake and make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the ground speed control levers are locked in the NEUTRAL position.

2.NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking.

Operation

PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND

DO 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.Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition OFF, and remove the key.

2.Lift the seat plate to gain access to the hydraulic pumps.

3.To disengage the pumps (free-wheel position), turn the hydraulic release valves (A, Figure 2) located on the pumps COUNTER-CLOCKWISE a maximum of 2 full turns.

4.Disengage the parking brake.

The tractor can now be pushed by hand.

Set the engine throttle control to FAST throttle

 

5. After moving the tractor, re-engage the pumps

position. Then fully close the choke by pulling the

(drive position) by turning the release valves

knob OUT fully.

 

CLOCKWISE and tighten to 80-120 in. lbs. of

3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to

to que.

 

START.

 

 

4. After the engine starts, gradually open the choke

 

(push knob down fully). Reduce to half throttle

 

 

speed and allow engine to warm up.

 

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Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minu e

 

before engaging the PTO switch or driving the rider.

 

5. After warming the engine, ALWAYS perate

 

 

the unit at FULL THROTTLE when mowing.

 

 

In the event of an emergency the engine can be

 

stopped by simply turning the ignition switch

 

 

Not

 

to STOP. Use this method only in emergency

 

 

situations. For normal engine shut down follow the

 

procedure given in STOPPING THE RIDER.

 

Figure 2. Hydraulic System By-Pass

STOPPING THE RIDER

 

A. Hydraulic Release Valve

 

(left-hand pump shown)

1. Returning the ground speed control levers to the middle position will stop rider movement. Pivot

the levers outward and lock themReproductionin NEUTRAL.

2. Disengage the PTO by pushing down on the PTO switch.

3. Engage the parking brake by pulling the handle up until it locks into position.

4. Move the throttle control to mid-throttle position and turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the key.

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