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NOTE:
References to LEFT and
RIGHT indicate that side of the tractor
when facing forward while seated in
the drivers seat. Reference to FRONT
indicates the grille end of the tractor;
to REAR, the drawbar end.
Steering Wheel
The steering wheel is centered on the
dash panel. It is used to change the
direction (left or right) of the tractor
while driving.
NOTE:
This tractor is equipped with
power steering. Because of this
feature, the steering wheel might not
be center aligned.
Parking Brake Lever
Figure 4
The parking brake lever is located to
the right of the steering wheel on the
dash panel. With the brake pedal
depressed fully, push the parking
brake lever and release the brake
pedal to lock the parking brake.
PTO Switch
The PTO switch is located on the right
side the dash panel. Pull upward on
the right edge of the switch handle to
engage the PTO clutch. Push the
switch downward to disengage the
PTO clutch.
Brake Pedal
Figure 5
The brake pedal is located at the front
of the right running board above the
forward and reverse pedals. Press
down to stop the tractor and
disengage the cruise control. The
brake pedal must be fully depressed to
activate the safety interlock switch
when starting the tractor.
Reverse Pedal
Figure 6
NOTE:
Check behind the tractor to
be sure the area is clear of people,
pets or obstacles and use a slower
speed to maintain control of the tractor
when traveling in reverse.
The reverse control pedal is located
on the right running board below the
brake pedal. Press the pedal down to
move in reverse.
Forward Pedal
Figure 7
The forward control pedal is located
on the right running board below the
brake pedal. Slowly press down on the
pedal to start moving forward. The
forward ground speed of the tractor is
directly affected by the distance the
pedal is depressed.
Deck Front Lift Rod Assembly
For shipping purposes, the deck front
lift rod assembly has been installed on
the tractor. Cut the tie strap holding
the lift rod assembly to the tractor;
then pull downward on the quick latch
rod at the front of the tractor to remove
the lift rod assembly.