D21d
Operating Instructions
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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TOWING
When equipped with a factory installed hitch or
factory authorized hitch kit, the maximum towing
capacity on flat ground is 250 lbs (113 kg) gross
trailer weight. The maximum tongue weight is 50
lbs (23 kg).
Use caution when towing on
slopes, rough terrain or when conditions limit
traction.
● Do not operate on slopes greater than 5
degrees (9%).
● Do not tow with PTO clutch or mower blades
engaged.
● Do not allow people to ride in or on towed
trailers.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TILT-UP
DECK OPERATION/TRANSPORT
To avoid potential deck and/or tractor damage
while using the tilt-up deck, the following recom-
mendations are offered:
●
Do not move the tractor
with the deck in the
tilt-up position since both the roller wheels (on
the back of the deck) and the GHS discharge
chute may be damaged by moving the tractor.
The tilt-up configuration should only be used
when the tractor is parked.
● The tractor
body should never be tilted
forward
with the deck in the tilt-up position.
This can cause the deck to unhook from the
tractor and fall with considerable force, poten-
tially causing deck or tractor damage and/or
bodily injury.
● When transporting a tractor with the deck in
the tilt-up position (on a truck or trailer), the
deck should be secured
to the vehicle with a
strap or rope (stop vertical movement). This
will prevent the deck from bouncing on the rear
roller wheels (causing breakage). This will
also prevent the deck from unhooking from the
tractor and falling, potentially causing deck or
tractor damage. Damage to other items
parked in front of the deck may also occur.
5 FT
MINIMUM
No Driving Zone
