OPERATION 5
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5.6
TO DRIVE / TRANSPORT____________________________________________________
Read and follow all safety notes contained in this manual
when driving or transporting tractor. Refer to Section 5.3
for general operating instructions. When operating in
reverse look behind you to ensure you have a clear path.
Important:
If this tractor is driven on public roads, it must
comply with federal, state and local ordinances. Contact
local authorities for regulations and equipment
requirements.
The tractor is equipped with transport locks to lock the
side decks in their upright position. Use the transport
locks where required for transporting machine over rough
terrain, on public roads or on trailers.
To raise decks to their transport position:
Set power take-off switch to OFF. Pull back and hold
deck levers until decks are in their fully raised (transport)
position.
To engage transport locks:
1.
Raise decks to their transport position.
2.
Disengage all drives, engage parking brake and
stop engine.
3.
Pull transport lock out and rotate it into its locked
position as shown
(A)
. Repeat for both side decks.
The operator has the option to transport in either 2-wheel
drive (2-WD) or 4-wheel drive (4-WD).
Note:
Engage locks when storing machine overnight.
Transport locks must be disengaged before decks can be
lowered for cutting.
Figure 5B
5.7
HILLSIDE OPERATION _____________________________________________________
The tractor has been designed for good traction and
stability under normal mowing conditions; however, use
caution when operating on slopes, especially over rough
terrain or when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces
traction and steering control.
1.
Always mow with the engine at full throttle but reduce
forward speed to maintain the proper cutting fre-
quency.
2.
If the tractor tends to slide or the tires begin to
“mark” the turf, angle tractor into a less steep grade
until traction is regained or tire marking stops.
3.
If tractor continues to slide or mark the turf, the
grade is too steep for safe operation. Do not make
another attempt to climb, back down slowly.
4.
When descending a steep slope, always lower
implements to the ground to reduce the risk of
tractor overturning.
Correct tire pressure is essential for maximum traction.
Keep tires inflated to 20-22 psi (138-152 kPa).
Disengaged
Engaged
A
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WARNING
To minimize the possibility of overturning, the safest
method for operating on hills and terraces is to travel
up and down the face of the slope (vertically), not
across the face (horizontally). Avoid unnecessary
turns, travel at reduced speeds, and stay alert for
hidden hazards.
CAUTION
Do not operate this tractor on slopes greater than 17°.
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