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Operating the Tractor
STOPPING THE TRACTOR & ENGINE
1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral and
engage the parking brake.
2. Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
3. Place the throttle control in the position specified in
the engine owner’s manual provided in the operator's
packet shipped with your tractor. Follow any recom-
mended stopping procedures.
4. Turn the ignition switch to OFF. Remove the key.
DRIVING THE TRACTOR
1. Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can
comfortably reach all the controls and see the dash-
board display.
2. Engage the parking brake.
3. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged.
4. Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).
5. Disengage the parking brake and release the brake
pedal.
6. Depress the forward ground speed control pedal to
travel forward. Release the pedal to stop. Note that
the further down the pedal is depressed the faster the
tractor will travel.
7. Stop the tractor by releasing the ground speed con-
trol pedals, setting the parking brake, and stopping
the engine (see STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND
ENGINE).
MOWING
1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO
switch is disengaged.
2. Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).
3. Set the hydraulic selector switch to REAR. Fully
lower the mower using the attachment lift lever.
4. Set the mower cutting height to the desired level.
5. Set the throttle to FULL.
6. Set the PTO selector to MID PTO ONLY. Engage
the PTO switch.
7. Begin mowing. See Section LC for tips on mowing
patterns, lawn care, and troubleshooting information.
8. When finished, shut off the PTO and raise the mower
using the attachment lift control lever.
9. Stop the engine (see STOPPING THE TRACTOR
AND ENGINE).
MOWING IN REVERSE
If an operator chooses to mow in reverse, the RMO sys-
tem can be used. To use the Reverse Mowing Option
(RMO) turn the RMO key after the PTO is engaged. The
L.E.D. light will illuminate, and the operator can then
mow in reverse. Each time the PTO is disengaged the
RMO needs to be reactivated if desired. The key should
be removed to restrict access to the RMO feature.
ATTACHMENT OPERATION IN
REVERSE
If an operator chooses to operate a PTO driven attach-
ment in reverse, the RMO system can be used. To use
the Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) turn the RMO key
after the PTO is engaged. The L.E.D. light will illumi-
nate, and the operator can then operate the attachment
in reverse. Each time the PTO is disengaged the RMO
needs to be reactivated if desired. The key should be
removed to restrict access to the RMO feature.
4-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION
(Select
Models)
When operating in 4WD without a mower deck installed
on the tractor, it is recommended you install rear wheel
weights to increase stability.
WARNING
Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to
bystanders. Tragic accidents can occur if the
operator is not alert to the presence of children.
Never activate RMO if children are present.
Children are often attracted to the unit and the
mowing activity.
WARNING
If you cannot back up a hill in 2WD, Do not
operate on it. Use extra caution on slopes. To
increase traction and provide four-wheel braking,
engage mechanical front wheel drive (4WD) when
driving on slopes. Be aware that 4WD can
improve access to dangerously sloped terrain,
thereby increasing the possibility of tipover.
WARNING
The engine will shut off if the reverse ground
speed pedal is depressed while the PTO is on and
the RMO has not been activated. The operator
should always turn the PTO off prior to driving
across on roads, paths or any area that maybe
used by other vehicles. Sudden loss of drive
could create a hazard.
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