Driving On Slopes
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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.
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slopes.
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
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objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
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made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope greatly
increases the chance of a roll over.
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to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and
carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor
over backward.
Engaging the Parking Brake/
Setting the Cruise Control
NOTE:
The parking break and cruise control are controlled by
the same lever. If using the brake when engaging the parking
brake/cruise control lever, the parking brake will engage. If using
the drive pedal when engaging the parking brake/cruise control
lever, the cruise control will engage.
Parking Brake
NOTE:
The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the
seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically
shut off.
To set the parking brake:
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1.
and hold it in that position.
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2.
position.
Remove your foot from the brake pedal.
3.
Release pressure from the parking brake lever.
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engaged.
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To disengage the parking brake, lightly press the brake pedal .
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brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting
Setting The Cruise Control
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while traveling in reverse.
To set the cruise control:
Slowly press the drive pedal until the desired speed is
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achieved.
Lightly press the cruise control lever downward and hold it
2.
in that position.
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ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the
tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal
mowing ground speed
Remove your foot from the drive pedal.
3.
Release pressure from the cruise control lever
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down position and the tractor will maintain the same forward
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engaged. Repeat
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To disengage the cruise control, lightly press the drive pedal or
the brake pedal.
To change the direction of travel from forward to reverse when
cruise control is engaged, press the brake pedal to disengage
the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop. Then
place the shift lever in the REVERSE position and depress the
drive pedal.
Using the Deck Lift Lever
To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the left, then
place it in the notch best suited for your application.
Operating the Headlights
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