Figure 8
NOTE
The hydraulic lift lever, except when placed in FLOAT
position, should always return to the NEUTRAL position after
raising or lowering operations.
Figure 9
Located on the instrument panel is a depth indicator gauge
which is used in conjunction with the lift lever. Lower the
attached implement to its desired height or depth, and
manually turn the indicator gauge to the ground level position
indicated in Figure 10. By visually observing the depth
indicator when lowering an attachment, the lift lever can be
released when indicator reaches the original desired setting.
NOTE: Study each attachment owner manual for additional
information on DEPTH GAUGE INDICATOR.
Figure 10
The P.T.O. and hydrostatic transmission are separate
systems, therefore, the P.T.O. can be engaged or disengaged
as desired by the operator.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT ENGAGE P.T.O. WITHOUT
AN IMPLEMENT ATTACHED. ALWAYS REMOVE
JOINTS FROM P.T.O. SHAFT WHEN
ATTACHMENT IS REMOVED.
The hydrostatic transmission gives the operator a choice of
infinitely variable speeds from 0 to 8 mph forward, and 0 to 4
mph in reverse. Avoid excessive HIGH speed whenever
possible. High speeds are most practical for transport or
pulling light attachments. Lower speeds are best for heavy
jobs such as snow casting or mowing tall grass.
When using attachments, it is recommended that the tractor
operate at full throttle. While operating under heavy load
conditions, listen to the engine R.P.M. As the engine begins
to strain, let up on the speed control accordingly, do not
advance speed control. By letting up on the speed control
pedal, the ground speed will decrease and the engine speed
will increase, thereby, allowing engine to maintain constant
P.T.O. speed. (See Figure 11.)
The speed control pedal is generally used for dynamic
braking.
To slow down or stop the tractor while it is in forward motion,
gradually apply pressure to the speed control pedal with heel
of right foot until tractor comes to a full stop. To slow down or
stop the tractor while it is in reverse motion, apply pressure to
speed control pedal with toe of right foot until tractor comes to
a full stop.
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