Craftsman CMXGRAM1130049 Instruction Manual page 15

Do not operate the tractor if the safety interlock system is
malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and
protection.
Engaging the Parking Brake
1. Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it down with your
foot.
2. Move the parking brake lever back into the parking brake
position.
3. Release the brake pedal to allow the parking brake to
engage.
Releasing the Parking Brake
1. Depress the brake pedal and move the parking brake
lever forward out of the parking brake position.
Setting the Cutting Height
Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the
deck lift lever in any of the five (5) different cutting height
notches on the right side of the fender.
Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting
deck.
Refer to Leveling the Deck in the Service & Maintenance
section of this manual for more detailed instructions
regarding deck adjustment.
Starting the Tractor
Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This
system was designed for your safety and protection.
1. Unplug the charging cord (if necessary). If the cord is still
plugged in a reminder will display on the VCM when the
key switch is turned on.
2. Sit in the operator's seat. A reminder will display on
the VCM if the operator is not in the seat when the key
switch is turned on.
3. Insert the power key into the key switch.
4. Fully depress the brake pedal or set the parking brake. If
the brake is not engaged a reminder will display on the
VCM when the key switch is turned on.
5. Turn the power key clockwise to the ON (I)position.
6. Press the start/stop button down for two seconds (two
beeps).
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Stopping the Tractor
If you strike a foreign object, stop the tractor, turn the power key to OFF
and remove. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the
damage before restarting and operating.
1. If the blade is engaged, press the PTO button to
disengage the PTO.
2. Press the start/stop button for one second (one beep)
or turn the power key counter-clockwise to the OFF (O)
position.
3. Remove the key from the key switch to prevent
unintended starting.
Driving the Tractor
Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops.
Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first pressing the PTO button
to turn off the blade(s), depressing the brake pedal and engaging the
parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the power key
to the OFF position and remove the power key.
Always look down and behind before and while backing up to avoid a
back-over accident.
1. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the forward drive pedal
to travel FORWARD until the desired speed is reached.
2. To travel in REVERSE, slowly press the reverse drive pedal
until the desired speed is reached.
3. The tractor is brought to a stop by releasing the forward
or reverse drive pedal and/or depressing the brake pedal.
Before leaving the operator's position for any reason, disengage the
blade(s), engage the parking brake, turn the key switch to OFF position
and remove the power key.
Reverse Caution Mode (RCM)
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE button allows the tractor to be
operated in reverse with the blade(s) (PTO) engaged.
Note: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE
CAUTION MODE Always look down and behind before and while
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backing. Do not operate the tractor when children or others are
around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area.
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