
Operating Instructions
Engine Throttle
The throttle control lever (red knob) is located on the left side of the seat and is used to control engine speed. Moving the lever forward toward the FAST position increases engine speed; moving it back- ward toward the IDLE position decreases engine speed.
Throttle Choke
Choke and Throttle Location
Forward Speed Control (FSC)
Forward Speed Control (FSC) has two functions: One is to set forward travel speed, and the other is to establish the
Steering Levers
Each drive wheel is controlled by its own indepen- dent steering lever, for both steering function and FORWARD/REVERSE motion. The FSC lever sets the maximum forward speed, and also sets the for- ward position of the steering levers. The steering levers operate only with a backward pulling move- ment of the lever, which causes the drive wheel for that lever to first slow down, stop, and then reverse with a full backward lever stroke. The levers are released to the FORWARD position for “straight- ahead” ground travel.
NOTE: Pushing forward on the steering levers will not cause any change in tractor motion - there will be no steering lever reaction and there will be no machine damage.
Blade Clutch (PTO)
The blade clutch lever has two positions. Pulling the lever UP engages the PTO that drives the mower blades. Pushing the lever DOWN disengages the PTO and engages the blade brake.
NOTE: The Powerfil® motor and
Parking Brake
The parking brake functions by locking a pin into the hydrostatic transmission pinion gear teeth. Moving the lever FORWARD engages the parking brake; moving the lever BACKWARD releases the brake.
IMPORTANT: Stop the tractor completely before engaging the parking brake. The parking brake uses a positive mechanical lock similar to the PARK position on an automotive automatic transmission. If the tractor is moving when the brake is engaged, it will result in sudden stoppage and possible inter- nal damage to the axle drive.
NOTE: If pressure on the parking brake pin (e.g., parked on a hill) makes it impossible to release the parking brake with the parking brake lever, move the mower gently forward or backward to release the pin.
Parking Brake Engaged
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