Operating the Tractor
Starting the Engine
1.While sitting in the operator’s seat, fully depress the brake pedal or set the parking brake.
2.Make sure that your feet are not depressing the ground speed control pedals and that the cruise control lever is in neutral.
3.Disengage the PTO clutch.
4.Set the throttle to FULL.
5.Close the choke.
NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking.
6.Insert the ignition key and turn it to START.
7.After the engine starts, move the engine throttle control to SLOW. Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute.
8.Set throttle to FULL.
NOTE: In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP. Use this method only in emergency situations. For normal engine shut down follow the procedure given in
STOPPING THE TRACTOR.
Stopping the Tractor & Engine
1.Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral.
2.Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to stop.
3.Place the throttle control in the position specified in the engine owner’s manual provided in the operator's packet shipped with your tractor. Follow any recommended stopping procedures.
4.Turn the ignition switch to OFF. Remove the key.
Driving The Tractor
1.Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can comfortably reach all the controls and see the dashboard display.
2.Engage the parking brake.
3.Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged.
4.Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).
5.Disengage the parking brake and release the brake pedal.
6.Depress the forward ground speed control pedal to travel forward. Release the pedal to stop. Note that the further down the pedal is depressed the faster the tractor will travel.
7.Stop the tractor by releasing the ground speed control pedals, setting the parking brake, and stopping the engine (see STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND ENGINE).
Mowing
1.Set the mower cutting height to the desired level and set the gauge wheels to the appropriate position (if equipped).
2.Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged.
3.Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).
4.Fully lower the mower using the attachment lift lever.
5.Set the throttle to FULL.
6.Engage the PTO (Mower Deck).
7.Begin mowing. See Section LC for tips on mowing patterns, lawn care, and troubleshooting information.
8.When finished, shut off the PTO and raise the mower using the attachment lift control lever.
9.Stop the engine (see STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND ENGINE).
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