IMPORTANT:
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain
activated until
:
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING
position or STOP position.
b. The operator leaves the seat. Follow the previous
instructions to re-activate.
Starting the Engine
WARNING:
Do not operate the tractor if the
interlock system is malfunctioning. This
system was designed for your safety and
protection.
NOTE: Refer to the engine Owner’s Manual for gasoline
and oil fill-up instructions.
Insert the tractor key into the key switch module.
1.
Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage) lever/knob.
2.
Engage the tractor’s parking brake.
3.
Move the throttle control lever fully forward into the
4.
“CHOKE” position.
NOTE:
If the engine is warmed up, it
may not be necessary to place the throttle control in the
choke position.
Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position.
5.
After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to
the NORMAL MOWING position.
IMPORTANT:
Do not hold the key in the START position
for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause
damage to your engine’s electric starter
.
As the engine warms up, gradually pull the throttle
7.
control lever rearward past the choke detent position.
NOTE:
Do not use the choke control to enrich the fuel
mixture, except as necessary to start and warm up the engine
.
Stopping the Engine
WARNING:
If you strike a foreign object, stop
the engine and disconnect the spark plug
wire(s). Thoroughly inspect the machine
for any damage. Repair the damage before
restarting and operating.
If the blades are engaged, disengage the PTO.
1.
Move the throttle control lever to midway between
2.
the half and full throttle.
Then turn the ignition key
counterclockwise to the OFF position.
Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent
3.
unintended starting.
Driving The Tractor
IMPORTANT:
Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and
sudden stops.
Briefly depress the front of the brake pedal to disen-
•
gage the parking brake. Move the throttle lever into the
FAST (rabbit) position.
To travel forward: Slowly depress the forward drive
•
control pedal until the desired speed is achieved. See
Figure 5-2.
NOTE:
If the tractor does not move when depressing the
forward or reverse drive pedals, check for engagement
of the transmission bypass rods. Refer to “Maitneance &
Adjustments.”
Figure 5-2
To travel in reverse: Check that the area behind is clear,
•
then slowly depress the reverse drive control pedal until
the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 5-2.
Release the depressed drive pedal and depress the
•
brake pedal to stop the tractor.
WARNING!
Do not leave the seat of the
tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade
Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF)
position and engaging the parking brake. If
leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the
engine off and remove the ignition key.
Steering the Tractor
Your Front Mount Zero Turn tractor is equipped with a
steering system that is different from the steering of a
conventional lawn tractor. The rear wheels of the tractor
turn rather than the front wheels, and the tractor’s hydro
transmissions drive the front wheels.
Turning the steering wheel not only turns the tractor’s rear
wheels, but also adjusts the position of the drive control
linkage of the hydro transmissions causing the appropriate
transmission to speed-up or slow-down as necessary to
complete the desired turn. Some practice may be needed
to become accustomed to the steering of your tractor.
WARNING:
When making zero turns the
inner front drive wheel is the pivot point,
with the rear of the tractor swinging around
the pivot point. Make certain there is
enough room to swing the rear of the tractor
around when making zero turns. Failure to
do so could result in striking a structure or
other immovable object, which could result
in personal injury or property damage.
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