15
Operation
THREE WHEEL RIDER DRIVING
PRACTICE
The speed and steering controls of the Three Wheel
rider are
responsive
, and learning to gain a
smooth
and
efficient
control of the rider’s forward, reverse,
and turning movements will take some practice.
Spending some time becoming familiar with how the
unit accelerates, travels, and steers — before you
begin mowing —is absolutely essential to getting the
most out of the three wheel rider.
Locate a smooth, flat area of your lawn — one
with plenty of room to maneuver.
(Clear the area
of objects, people and animals before you begin.)
Operate the unit at mid-throttle during this practice
session (ALWAYS operate at full throttle when
mowing), and turn slowly to prevent tire slippage and
damage to your lawn.
We suggest you begin practicing straight travel
in both the forward and reverse directions. Next
practice turning in both the forward and reverse
directions to understand how the tractor reacts.
Practice in an area large enough to make a turn
safely.
You must release the parking brake prior to moving
the transmission foot control pedal.
Driving the Mower
1. Sit on the seat and adjust the seat so that you
can comfortably reach all the controls and see the
dash panel.
2. Make sure the parking brake is engaged.
3. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged.
4. Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).
5. Disengage the parking brake.
6. Refer to the diagram in Figure 4. To travel forward
gradually depress the front of the foot control
pedal. Release the pedal to stop.
NOTE: The further down the pedal is depressed in
either direction the faster the
mower will travel.
7. To travel backwards gradually depress the rear of
the foot control pedal. Release the pedal to stop.
8. Stop the tractor by releasing the foot control
pedal, setting the parking brake, and stopping
the engine (see STOPPING THE ENGINE &
MOWER).
Figure 4. Transmission Speed & Direction
Not
for
Reproduction
