•To change to the reverse direction when operating with cruise control, depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop. Then place the shift lever in the REVERSE position and depress the drive pedal.
Seat Adjustment Lever
To adjust the seat forward or backward, loosen the two seat adjustment knobs and reposition the seat to the desired position. Once a comfortable position is found, tighten the adjustment knobs to lock the seat in place.
Deck Lift Lever
The deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to the left, then place it in one of the six notches best suited for your application.
To set the cutting height of the deck you will also have to adjust the deck wheels so that they are between
NOTE: The deck wheels are an
Cup Holder (if equipped)
The tractor’s cup holder is located on the fender to the left of the seat, just to the rear of the parking brake lever.
Safety Interlock Switches
The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, and the PTO lever is disengaged. If this system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor, immediately contact a service dealer.
•The safety interlock system will automatically shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake.
•The safety interlock system will automatically shut off the engine if the operator leaves the tractor’s seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) lever engaged, regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged.
•The safety interlock system will automatically shut off the engine if the PTO (Blade Engage) lever is moved into the engaged (ON) position with the drive pedal in position for reverse travel.
CAUTION: Tampering with or attempting to bypass the Safety Interlock Switches in any way will void your tractor’s warranty. Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning.
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