OperatJflgtheTractor

General Operating Safety

Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.

Slope Operation

WARNING

Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent

(10 °) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.

When operating on slopes use additional wheel weights or counterweights. See your dealer to determine which weights are available and appropriate for your unit.

Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope. In addition to front and rear weights, use extra caution

when operating on slopes with rear-mounted grass catcher.

Mow UP and DOWN the slope, never across the face, use caution when changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.

Adding Fuel

To add fuel:

1.Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 4).

2.Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations.

3.Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.

Starting The Engine

1.While sitting in the operator's seat, fully depress the brake pedal or set the parking brake.

2.Set the cruise control lever in neutral and make sure that your feet are not depressing the ground speed control pedals.

3.Disengage the PTO.

4.Set the throttle to middle position (set throttle to FULL when starting in cold weather).

5.Turn the key to the RUN position to activate the glow plugs; the glow plug light in the dashboard display will light.

6.Wait for the glow plug light to turn off, then turn the key to START. If the engine does not start immedi- ately, move the throttle to FULL.

7.After the engine starts, move the engine throttle con- trol to SLOW. Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute.

8.Move the throttle to FULL before engaging the PTO switch or driving the tractor.

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 nor- mal engine shut down follow the procedure given in

STOPPING THE TRACTOR.

Stopping The Tractor & Engine

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