GB - 9
Choke
When starting a cold engine, pull the choke
control (4, Figure 1) out to close the choke
plate and allow a richer fuel mixture to enter
the engine. After the engine starts, push the
choke control about halfway in to keep the
choke pate partially closed. Push the choke
control all the way in to open the choke plate
for normal operation after the engine is
properly warmed. A warm engine usually
requires less choke to start.
Throttle Lever
Push throttle lever (5, Figure 1) forward to
increase engine speed; pull back to decrease
the engine speed.
Position throttle at full throttle or slightly less
for optimum power and reel speed during
mowing.
Traction Pedal
The traction pedal (6, Figure 1) operates the
forward and reverse direction and speed of
the tractor.
Moving forward: push the forward or toe of
the pedal down with the ball of your foot to
increase the forward speed.
Moving backward: push the heel of the pedal
down with the heel of your foot to increase
the reverse speed.
When the traction pedal is released, the
machine will slow down and stop. The
traction pedal must be in neutral position
before mower will start.
Speed Control
The speed control (7, Figure 1) is meant to
ease operator fatigue by holding the forward
speed to a constant that is best suited for the
present mowing conditions.
Adjust the hex head bolt up or down and lock
it with the lock nut to limit the pedal travel.
Swing the speed control away from the
traction pedal to again allow a full range of
forward speeds.
Wing Mower Lift
Positioning the wing mower lift lever (8,
Figure 1) will lower the side mowing units to
the ground.
Pulling lever back and over center holds the
mowers off the ground. Always keep mowers
up when not mowing or transporting. Keep
mower down during storage.
Parking Brake
A convenient parking brake (9, Figure 1) is
located just below the right side of the
operator’s seat.
Pulling back and over center will engage the
parking brake, and moving it forward, as
shown, will release it.
IMPORTANT: Always make sure brake is
released before moving forward, and ensure
that the brake is engaged when leaving the
mower. Never try to stop the forward motion
of the unit with the parking brake.
Reel Drive Control
By toggling the reel drive control switch ON
(10, Figure 1), an electric clutch is activated
which engages power to the reels.
Pushing the switch to the OFF position
disengages the clutch. This control must be in
the OFF position before mower will start.
Seat Position Lever
The position of the seat is adjusted forward or
backward by actuating the seat lever (11,
Figure 1).
Releasing the lever will lock the seat at its
present position.
Rear Mower Lift Lever
Move the rear mower lift lever (1, Figure 2) up
and forward over center; the rear mower will
be held off the ground.
Pull the lever up and back; the rear mower is
lowered for operation or storage.
Free-Wheeling Valve
To permit moving the machine without
starting the engine, a free-wheeling device or
tow valve has been provided. The lever (1,
Figure 3) is located between the engine and
hydraulic pump.
CAUTION: Do not stand on mowers
when in lifted position.
Figure 2
