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Operating the tractor
sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects
which could be scooped up and flung out. Al-
so pay attention to foreign objects during
mowing.
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Carry out all the work described in the start-
up instructions. This applies in particular to
checking the safety devices.
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Only use the towing hitch for pulling loads!
Do not exceed the imposed load limit.
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Do not transport objects on the lawn tractor!
7.2
Use of accessories
WARNING! Danger due to incorrect ac-
cessories or incorrect use of accessories!
On-
ly ever use genuine accessories from the tractor
manufacturer! Pay attention to the regulations on
use in the supplied operating instructions!
Using unauthorised accessories, or using acces-
sories incorrectly, can expose the operator and
other persons to significant risks. The lawn trac-
tor could be overloaded. This can lead to serious
accidents.
7.3
Pushing the lawn tractor (15, 16)
CAUTION! Danger when pushing on
slopes!
Only push the lawn tractor on level
ground! On slopes, the lawn tractor could roll
downhill uncontrollably.
For a foot hydrostatic drive
The bypass lever (15/1) is located in the rear
right wheel housing.
Bypass unlocking on T3 transmission (type: T15,
T16, T18):
1. Pull out the bypass lever (15/1) and hook it in
place upwards (16).
2. Release the brake.
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The lawn tractor can now be pushed.
Bypass unlocking on G700 transmission (type:
T20, T23):
1. Push in the bypass lever (15/1) and hook it in
place upwards (16).
2. Release the brake.
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The lawn tractor can now be pushed.
7.4
Starting and stopping the engine
Starting the engine
1. Sit on the operator's seat.
2. Press the brake pedal (05/1) on the left side
down fully and lock it using the locking lever
(05/2).
3. Make sure the mower mechanism is not
switched on. To do this, check the position of
the toggle switch (02/5, position “0”).
4. Move the engine speed controller (02/2) to
the top end stop. The choke symbol is locat-
ed there, depending on the equipment vari-
ant. If it is not, pull the separate choke knob
(02/1).
5. Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock
(02/4).
6. Turn the ignition key to position "III" and hold
it there until the engine is running.
Note:
To reduce strain on the starter battery,
do not attempt to start for any longer than
about 5 seconds.
7. Then release the ignition key, it automatically
jumps to position "II".
8. Move the engine speed controller (02/2) to
the operating position. In an equipment vari-
ant with the choke knob, press it back in
again (02/1).
Switch off the engine
1. Switch off the mower mechanism (02/5).
2. Move the controller (02/2) for the engine
speed to the idling speed position.
3. Press the brake pedal (05/1) and lock it using
the locking lever (05/2).
4. Turn the ignition key (02/4) to the "0" posi-
tion.
5. Remove the ignition key.
WARNING! Danger if the engine is hot!
When stopping the engine, ensure that hot en-
gine components such as the silencer cannot set
fire to objects or materials located nearby!
7.5
Driving with the tractor
WARNING! Danger in case of inappropri-
ate speed!
Drive slowly, especially at the begin-
ning, in order to familiarise yourself with the driv-
ing and braking properties of the tractor! Before
each change of direction, adjust the driving
speed so as to retain control of the lawn tractor at
all times, and to prevent it from tipping over!
Your tractor is driven via a foot hydrostat trans-
mission.
7.5.1
Preparing to drive at temperatures
below 10 °C
1. Make sure the mower mechanism is not
switched on. To do this, check the position of
the toggle switch (02/5, position “0”).
