7. TRANSPORTING Transporting
m The engine and exhaust system become hot during operation
and remain hot for a while after stopping. Contact with hot engine com-
ponents or the exhaust system can cause burns and can ignite some
materials.
Avoid touching the engine or exhaust system for at least 15 minutes after
the engine has stopped. Allow the engine to cool before transporting the
tractor.
w Towing the tractor behind another vehicle or using it to push
another vehicle can damage the tractor.
Transport the tractor on a flat, heavy duty trailer. To avoid fuel spillage,
keep the tractor level while transporting.
Some attachments, such as a mid-mount mower, have a low center
clearance. You may have to adjust the ramp angle at the bed to avoid
interference.
1. Use a loading ramp that is strong enough to support the combined
weight of the tractor, its attachments and the operator. The loading
ramp must be long enough so that its slope in 15O or less.
2. Move the main transmission selector to the R, and transmission range
selector to the 1st to back the tractor up the ramp.
NOTE: If you feel that you cannot accurately judge angle of the ramps,
we suggest that you obtain an inclinometer. This type of gauge is available
at most hardware stores.
LESS THAN 15”
NOTE: If the engine stalls during loading, immediately depress the brake
pedal and clutch pedal, then let the tractor roll down the ramp by slowly
releasing the brake pedal.
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