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Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the RH
console to the right of the operator’s
seat. The ignition switch has three
positions as follows:
OFF - The engine and electrical system
is turned off.
On - The tractor electrical system is
energized.
START - The starter motor will turn over
the engine. Release the key immediately when the engine starts
NOTE:
To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge,
remove the key from the ignition switch when the tractor is not
in use.
PTO (Power Take-Off) Switch
The PTO switch is located on the RH console
to the right of the operator’s seat next to the
ignition switch.
The PTO switch operates the electric PTO
clutch mounted on the bottom of the engine
crankshaft. Pull the switch knob upward to
engage the PTO clutch, or push the knob
downward to disengage the clutch.
The PTO switch must be in the “disengaged”
position when starting the engine.
Digital Tachometer & Hour Meter
The tachometer/hour meter panel is located on the RH console
to the right of the operator’s seat. The hour meter records the
hours that the tractor has been operated in the digital display.
The tachometer provides engine speed (RPM), and service
reminders (oil, lube) in the digital display.
The tachometer/hour meter is activated whenever the ignition
switch is turned to the “On” position. Keep a record of the actual
hours of operation to assure all maintenance procedures are
completed according to the instructions in this manual and the
engine manual.
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Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the LH console to the left of the
operator’s seat. When set in a given position, a uniform engine
speed will be maintained.
Push the throttle control handle forward to increase the engine
speed. The tractor is designed to operate with the throttle
control in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being
driven and the mower deck is engaged.
Pull the throttle control handle rearward to decrease the engine
speed.
Choke Lever
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The Choke lever is located on the left side of the mower next to
the operator’s seat. The Choke is operated manually when the
lever is moved forward past the detent. Having the Choke in
the On position helps the engine to start during initial start-up.
During normal operation the Choke should be OFF.
Parking Brake Engagement Lever
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The parking brake engagement lever is located on the LH
console to the left of the operator’s seat., and when pulled to the
rear, engages the parking brake.
NOTE:
If the LH and RH drive control levers are not fully opened
out in the neutral position when engaging the parking brake,
the engine will stop. The parking brake must be placed in the
engaged position when starting the tractor engine.
Fuel Tank Cap
The fuel tank cap is located on top of the fuel tank(s). Turn the
fill cap approximately 1⁄4 turn and pull upward to remove. Do not
attempt to remove the cap from the tractor.
Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn
approximately 1⁄4 turn clockwise to tighten. Always re-install the
fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing.
WARNING!
Never fill the fuel tank when the engine
is running. If the engine is hot from recently running,
allow to cool for several minutes before refueling.
Highly flammable gasoline could splash onto the
engine and cause a fire.
