Shift lever
This lever is used to select one of the five forward speeds, neutral or
reverse. The drive clutch automatically disengages while the lever is being
moved. The clutch will then engage automatically when a gear is selected
unless the brake pedal is depressed.
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Improper use of the shift lever on slopes may cause loss of con-
trol which could lead to injury. See page 38.
IMPORTANT NoTlCE 1 Improper shift lever operation can damage the
transmission.
Bring the lawn tractor to a complete stop before shifting from a forward
speed to reverse, or from reverse to forward speed. Shifting between for-
ward and reverse speeds while the tractor is moving can cause transmis-
sion damage.
When shifting from one forward speed range to another while moving, do
not force the shift lever and do not shift up or down more than one slot at a
time.
NOTE: The lawn tractor will pull away from a stop in any speed range. No
shifting is necessary.
Be sure that the shift lever is in the MOWING range whenever mowing.
Mowing in the 5th or 4th speed range is not recommended; as this will af-
fect cut quality. 5th and 4th speed range should only be used to drive to
and from the mowing area.
NOTE: An interlock switch prevents the engine from starting unless the
shift lever is in the N (neutral) position.
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