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Ground Speed Control Levers:
These
levers control the ground speed of the
rider. The left lever controls the left rear
drive wheel and the right lever controls
the right rear drive wheel.
Moving a lever forward increases the
FORWARD speed of the associated
wheel, and pulling back on a lever
increases the REVERSE speed.
Note: The further a lever is moved away
from the neutral position the faster the
drive wheel will turn.
See the Operating the Zero Turn Rider
section for steering instructions.
K
Fuel Tank Cap:
To remove the cap, turn
counterclockwise.
L
Fuel Level Gauge:
Displays the fuel
level in the tank.
M
Seat Adjustment Lever:
The seat can
be adjusted forward and back. Move the
lever towards the left, position the seat as
desired, and release the lever to lock the
seat in position.
Features & Controls
Operation
General Operating Safety
Before first time operation:
• Be sure to read all information in the Safety and
Operation sections before attempting to operate
this tractor and mower.
• Become familiar with all of the controls and how to
stop the unit.
• Drive in an open area without mowing to become
accustomed to the unit.
WARNING
Never operate on slopes greater than 15° which
is a rise of 5.4 feet (1,6 m) vertically in 20 feet (6
m) horizontally.
Select slow ground speed before driving onto
a slope. Use extra caution when operating on
slopes with a rear-mounted grass catcher.
Mow across the face of slopes, not up and
down, use caution when changing directions
and
DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.
WARNING
Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.
Before leaving the operator’s position for any
reason, engage the parking brake, disengage
the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, tractor
and mower free of grass, leaves and excess
grease. Do not stop or park tractor over dry
leaves, grass or combustible materials.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be
handled with care. Never fill the tank when the
engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not
allow open flame, smoking or matches in the
area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.
Do not load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or
truck using two separate ramps. Only use
a single ramp that is at least one foot wider
than the width of the rear wheels of this rider.
This rider has a zero turning radius and the
rear wheels could fall off the ramps, or the
rider could tip over injuring the operator or
bystanders.
WARNING
Checks Before Starting
• Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on
dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual
for instructions, dipstick location and oil
recommendations.
• Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in
place and tight.
• Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can
reach all controls from operator’s position.
• Fill the fuel tank (A, Figure 1) with fresh fuel. Refer
to engine manual for fuel recommendations.
• Make sure the fuel valve (B) is in the “ON”
position.
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