Operation
WARNING
Make sure desired direction of travel is clear of objects, people and animals.
1.If you are ready to mow, lower the mower from the transport position using lever (A, figure 11) and set the mowing height using the
2.Set the engine speed control lever (M, figure 2) for full speed.
3.Use the PTO switch (G, figure 2) to engage the PTO.
4.Release the parking brake by depressing the clutch/brake pedal (D, figure 11) and pushing knob
(B) down.
5.On hydro models, move the ground speed control lever (C, figure 11) to the desired direction and speed of travel to set the rider in motion.
On gear models, depress clutch/brake pedal, use the ground speed control lever to select the proper gear for conditions, then slowly release clutch/brake pedal to set the rider in motion.
6.Adjust engine speed control lever (M, figure 2) to the desired speed. Between 3/4 and full speed is recom- mended for mowing.
WARNING
Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.
STOPPING THE RIDER
1.On hydro models, move the ground speed control lever (C, figure 11) into the NEUTRAL position to make a gradual stop. To make a more rapid stop, depress the clutch/brake pedal (D, figure 11). NOTE: On hydro models, the ground speed control lever will return to neutral from forward automatically when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
On gear models, press the clutch/brake pedal (D, figure 11) down only far enough to disengage the clutch to make a gradual stop. For a more rapid stop, press pedal down farther to apply the brake. Move the ground speed control lever to NEUTRAL before releasing the pedal.
2.Engage the parking brake by fully depressing clutch/brake pedal and pulling up on parking brake knob (B, figure 11).
WARNING
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do not stop or park rider over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials.
3.Use the PTO switch (G, figure 2) to disengage the PTO.
4.Set the engine speed control lever (M, figure 2) to 1/2 throttle setting and allow the engine to idle for 20 sec- onds. Stopping a hot engine too fast may cause engine damage.
5.Turn key (C, figure 2) to OFF and remove it.
NEUTRAL SAFETY CHECKS
NEUTRAL GATE CHECK: The unit should not move when the ground speed control lever is in the neutral gate.
If the unit fails either of these checks, the unit should be properly readjusted by an authorized servicing dealer before use.
Do not tow the rider.
Damage will result to the transmission/axle.
PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND
Hydro Models
1.Engine should be off and ignition key removed.
2.Place the mower in the transport position (up) using the mower lift lever (A, figure 11).
3.See figure 12. To push the rider by hand, the release lever must be placed in the PUSH position.
4.To drive the rider, release lever must be moved to the DRIVE position.
Gear Model
1.Engine should be off and ignition key removed.
2.Place the mower in the transport position (up) using the mower lift lever (A, figure 11).
3.Depress the clutch/brake pedal and place the ground speed control lever (C, figure 11) in the neutral gate.
4.Unlock the parking brake.
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Move forward for drive position, pull rearward for push position.
Forward
Figure 12. Transaxle Release Lever - Hydro Models
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