Features & Controls
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Ignition Switch
The ignition switch starts and stops the engine; it has
three positions:
OFF
Stops the engine and shuts off the
electrical system.
RUN
Allows the engine to run and powers the
electrical system.
START
Cranks the engine for starting.
NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN posi-
tion with the engine stopped–this drains the battery.
Hour Meter / Maintenance Reminder
The hour meter measures the number of hours the key
has been in the RUN position. The hour meter will flash
an initial oil change indicator at 5 hours, and a lubrication
reminder every 50 hours. These reminders display for
approximately two hours and will automatically reset
themselves.
Note: The hour meter will register the passage of time
when the key is in the RUN position, even if the engine is
not running. The hour meter has a self contained power
source so the total hours are always visible.
PTO Switch
The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disen-
gages attachments that use the PTO. To engage the
PTO, pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN to disengage.
Note that the operator must be seated firmly in the rider
seat for the PTO to function.
Transmission Oil Fill
Transmission oil is added through the transmission oil
expansion chamber. It also serves as extra holding
capacity for oil as the transmission heats up and the oil
expands. See CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL for
oil level check and fill procedures.
Transmission Release Valves
The transmission release valves deactivate the transmis-
sions so that the unit can be pushed by hand. See
PUSHING THE UNIT BY HAND for operational informa-
tion.
Seat Adjustment Knobs
The seat can be adjusted forward and backward. Tip the
seat forward, loosen the adjustment knobs, slide the seat
to the desired position, and tighten the knobs.
Fuel Tank & Gauge
To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. The fuel
gauge is mounted in the fuel tank and indicates the
amount of fuel in the tank.
Mower Height of Cut Adjustment &
Attachment Lift Control Lever
To adjust cutting height, pull the large lever back fully to
lock the control in the attachment raised transport posi-
tion. Position the cutting height selector pin on the
appropriate hole to achieve the desired cutting height.
Pull back on the small lift latch lever and large lever
simultaneously, and lower the mower into cutting posi-
tion.
For attachment transport lift, pull the large lift lever back
fully to lock the control in the attachment raised transport
position.
Parking Brake
DISENGAGE
Releases the parking brake.
ENGAGE
Locks the parking brake.
Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking
brake. Move the lever fully forward to disengage the
parking brake.
NOTE: To start the unit the parking brake
must be engaged.
