Figure 22
Driving Backward
1.
Move the right side motion control lever to the center,
un-locked position.
2.
Slowly pull the motion control levers rearward
(Figure 23).
Figure 23
Stopping the Machine
To stop the machine, move the motion control levers to
neutral, move the right side motion control lever into the
neutral lock position, disengage the power take off (PTO),
and turn the ignition key to off.
Set the parking brake when you leave the machine; refer to
Setting the Parking Brake in Operation. Remember to remove
the key from the ignition switch.
CAUTION
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is
unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and set the parking
brake when leaving the machine unattended, even
if just for a few minutes.
Using the Rotation Indicator
The slots in the top of the belt covers allow the operator to
verify if the blades have stopped rotating after disengaging the
power take-off (PTO) switch.
Disengage the power take-off (PTO) switch, stop the engine,
remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before
leaving the operating position.
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Figure 24
52 inch mower deck shown
1.
Rotation Indicator - slots in
the top of the belt cover
2.
Side discharge chute
Pushing the Machine by Hand
The by-pass valves allow the machine to be pushed by hand
without the engine running.
Important:
Always push the machine by hand. Never
tow the machine because hydraulic damage may occur.
To Push the Machine
1.
Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to
the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
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