Driving On Slopes
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Do not mow on inclines with a slope in
excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1⁄2
feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and
cause serious injury.
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slopes.
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
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objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
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made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope greatly
increases the chance of a roll over.
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to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and
carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor
over backward.
Engaging the Parking Brake/
Setting the Cruise Control
NOTE:
The parking break and cruise control are controlled by
the same lever. If using the brake, when the parking brake/cruise
control lever the parking brake will engage. If using the drive
pedal, when the parking brake/cruise control lever the cruise
control will engage.
Parking Brake
NOTE:
The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the
seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically
shut off.
To set the parking brake:
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1.
and hold it in that position.
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2.
hold it in that position.
Remove your foot from the brake pedal.
3.
Release pressure from the parking brake/cruise control
lever.
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engaged.
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To disengage the parking brake, lightly press the brake pedal .
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brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting
Cruise Control
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while traveling in reverse.
To set the cruise control:
Slowly press the upper portion of the drive pedal with your
1.
right foot until the desired speed is achieved.
Lightly press the parking brake/cruise control lever
2.
downward and hold it in that position.
Remove your foot from the drive pedal.
3.
Release pressure from the parking brake/cruise control
lever
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down position and the tractor will maintain the same forward
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engaged. Repeat
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To disengage the cruise control, lightly press the drive pedal or
the brake pedal.
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ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the
tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal
mowing ground speed.
To change the direction of travel from forward to reverse when
cruise control is engaged, press the brake pedal to disengage
the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop. Then
slowly press the reverse pedal with the ball of your foot to travel
in reverse.
Using the Deck Lift Lever
To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the left, then
place it in the notch best suited for your application.
Operating the Headlights
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