PTO (Blade Engage)

If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor’s engine, move PTO lever into the disengaged (OFF) position.

Oil

It is normal for the Oil light to illuminate while the engine is cranking during start-up, but if it illuminate’s during operation, while the engine is running, stop the tractor immediately and check the crankcase oil level as instructed in this manual.

Battery

It is normal for the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is cranking during start-up, but if it illuminate’s during operation, while the engine is running, the battery is in need of a charge or the engine’s charging system is not generating sufficient amperage. Refer to the MAINTENANCE section of this manual for the proper battery charging procedure or have the charging system checked by your service dealer.

Ammeter (If So Equipped)

On models without a Systems Indicator Monitor, an ammeter will exist. The ammeter measures the electrical output of the engine’s charging system. Under normal operating conditions, with engine at full throttle, the ammeter should indicate positive charge.

Electric PTO (Blade Engage) Knob (If So Equipped)

To engage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments on models equipped with an electric PTO, pull outward on the PTO (Blade Engage) knob. Push the PTO (Blade Engage) knob inward to disengage the power to the cutting deck.

NOTE: The PTO (Blade Engage) knob must be in the disengaged (OFF) position when starting the engine, when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat.

PTO (Blade Engage) Lever

The PTO (Blade Engage) lever is located on the left side of the dashboard next to the steering wheel. Move the PTO (Blade Engage) lever forward to engage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments; move the PTO (Blade Engage) lever rearward to disengage the power to the attachments.

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NOTE: The PTO (Blade Engage) lever must be in the disengaged (OFF) position when starting the engine, when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat.

Seat Adjustment Lever (If So Equipped)

To adjust the seat forward or backward on units equipped with a quick-adjust seat, slide the seat adjustment lever to the left and reposition the seat to the desired position. Once a comfortable position is found, release the seat adjustment lever to lock the seat in place. Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for more detailed instructions on all seat adjustments.

Section 4 — Controls and Features

 

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