Using Front Weights

OPERATING MACHINE

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2.Push PTO lever (A) forward to ENGAGE.

3.Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no bystanders.

4.Begin REVERSE travel by moving the drive lever or reverse pedal for Automatic Model or gear shift lever for Gear Model to R (REVERSE) position.

Mower and engine should stop operation. If mower or engine continues to operate as tractor begins travel in REVERSE, do not continue to operate mower. (See your Authorized Service Center for service.)

Using Front Weights

￿CAUTION: Avoid injury! Tractor front wheel weights improve stability in most slope operation. To avoid injury, add front wheel weights for better front-end stability and steering when using a rear mounted attachment.

Install front wheel weights, two required, for better stability and steering control when you use equipment such as the rear-mounted grass bagger or dumpcart.

See your Authorized Service Center for Front Weights.

Remove front wheel weights when not required.

Using Rear Wheel Weights

Use of rear wheel weights is recommended for improved traction when an attachment, such as snowthrower or blade is used.

See your Authorized Service Center for Rear Weights.

Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces

DO NOT wipe plastic parts unless rinsed first. (See Correct Cleaning Care in Service-Miscellaneous section.)

Insect repellent spray may damage plastic and painted surfaces. Do not spray insect repellent near machine.

Be careful not to spill fuel on machine. Fuel may damage surface. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.

Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! This tractor is NOT intended for use with ground engaging equipment. Use of such equipment could result in damage to transmission components.

This tractor is not intended for use with ground engaging equipment such as a rear tiller, disk, blade or plow.

Using Tire Chains

Tire chains are recommended for use with snowthrower and, under certain conditions, the front blade.

See your Authorized Service Center for Tire Chains.

Transporting

Do not tow machine.

Use a heavy-duty trailer to transport your machine.

Raise mower deck to highest position when transporting to trailer.

Disengage PTO.

Drive forward onto trailer.

Lower mower or any attachment to trailer deck.

LOCK park brake.

Be sure trailer has all the necessary lights and signs required by law.

Fasten machine to trailer with heavy-duty straps, chains, or cables. Both front and rear straps must be directed down and outward from tractor.

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Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 Using Front Weights, Using Rear Wheel Weights, Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces