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Starting the Engine

WARNING:

Do not operate the tractor if

the interlock system is malfunctioning.
This system was designed for your safety
and protection.

NOTE:

Refer to the

SETTING UP

YOUR LAWN TRAC-

TOR on page 8 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up
instructions.

IMPORTANT

: Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the

engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before
operating. Be careful not to overfill. Refer to the Engine
Operator’s Manual included with this unit for complete
instructions for checking and filling the motor oil.
1. Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch.
2. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disen-

gaged (OFF) position.

3.  Engage the tractor’s parking brake.
4.  Activate the choke control.
5.  Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position.

After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to
the ON position.

IMPORTANT

: Do NOT hold the key in the START posi-

tion for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may
cause damage to your engine’s electric starter.
6. After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control

and place the throttle control in the FAST position.

NOTE:

Do NOT leave the choke control on while operat-

ing the tractor. Doing so will result in a “rich” fuel mixture
and cause the engine to run poorly.

Stopping the Engine

WARNING:

If you strike a foreign object,

stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and ground against the engine.
Thoroughly inspect the machine for
any damage. Repair the damage before
restarting and operating

1. If the blades are engaged, place the PTO (Blade

Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position.

2. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP

position.

3. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent

unintended starting.

Operating

Your Lawn

Tractor

WARNING

Do not operate the

tractor if the interlock

system is malfunction-

ing. This system was

designed for your

safety and protection.

If you strike a foreign

object, stop the

engine, disconnect

the spark plug wire(s)

and ground against

the engine. Thoroughly

inspect the machine

for any damage. Repair

the damage before

restarting and operat-

ing.

Driving The Tractor

WARNING:

Avoid sudden starts, ex-ces-

sive speed and sudden stops.

WARNING:

Do not leave the seat of the

tractor without first placing the PTO (Blade
Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF)
position, depressing the brake pedal and
engaging the parking brake. If leaving the
tractor unattended, also turn the ignition
key off and remove the key.

1. Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake

and let the pedal up.

2. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.

IMPORTANT

: Do NOT use the shift lever to change the

direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always
use the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete
stop before shifting.
3. To move forward, place the shift lever in the FOR-

WARD position, then slowly depress the drive pedal
until the desired speed is achieved.

4. To move in reverse, place the shift lever in the

REVERSE position, check that the area behind is
clear then slowly depress the drive pedal.

Driving On Slopes

Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 3 to help determine
slopes where you may operate the tractor safely.

WARNING:

Do not mow on inclines with

a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of
approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). The
tractor could overturn and cause serious
injury.

• Mow up and down slopes, NEVER across.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on

slopes.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden

objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine.
Tall grass can hide obstacles.