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USING JUMPER CABLES TO START THE
ENGINE
WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric
acid and produce explosive gasses.
Make certain the area is well ventilated,
wear gloves and eye protection, and
avoid sparks or flames near the battery.
If the battery loses power and is unable to
adequately crank the engine to start it, the aid of a
booster battery may be necessary. Connect the
booster battery as follows:
•
Connect one end of a jumper cable to the
disabled tractor battery's positive terminal.
•
Connect the other end of that cable to the
booster battery's positive terminal.
•
Connect one end of the other cable to the
booster battery's negative terminal.
•
Connect the other end of that cable to the
engine block or frame of the disabled tractor, as
far from the battery as possible.
•
Start the disabled tractor following the normal
starting instructions previously provided; then
disconnect the jumper cables in the exact
reverse order of connection.
•
Have the tractor's electrical system checked
and repaired as soon as possible to eliminate
the need for jump starting.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
•
Place the PTO switch in the "OFF" position.
•
Place the throttle control lever in the "SLOW"
position and allow the engine to idle for about
one minute.
•
Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position and
remove the key from the ignition switch.
NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition
switch to prevent accidental starting or battery
discharge if the equipment is left unattended.
DRIVING THE TRACTOR
WARNING: Avoid sudden starts, exces-
sive speed and sudden stops.
WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the
tractor without disengaging the PTO
and engaging the parking brake. If
leaving the tractor unattended, turn the
ignition key off and remove key.
•
Adjust the operator's seat to the most comfort-
able position that allows you to operate all
controls and pedals. See seat adjustment in the
ADJUSTMENTS section.
WARNING: DO NOT use the seat belt if
the ROPS structure has been removed
from the tractor.
•
Adjust the seat belt to fit snugly but comfortably
around your lap, then buckle the seat belt.
Refer to ADJUSTMENTS section.
•
Shift the transmission Hi/Lo range shift lever on
the right fender to the desired speed setting.
Refer to USING THE HI/LO RANGE SHIFT
LEVER in paragraphs below.
•
Use the tractor and/or auxiliary hydraulic lift
lever to raise all tractor attachments from the
ground if transporting the tractor to a work site.
•
Depress the brake pedal to release the parking
brake, then slowly release the brake pedal.
•
Move the throttle handle to the position where
the engine operates best for the load to be
handled (normally full throttle).
•
Slowly depress either the front or rear of the
forward/reverse pedal to move the tractor in the
desired
direction.
FORWARD/REVERSE PEDAL in paragraphs
below.
DRIVING ON SLOPES
WARNING: Do not operate 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.
IMPORTANT:
Always shift the transmission
into the LOW speed range BEFORE beginning
the climb or descent of any slope.
Operate the tractor up and down slopes, never
across slopes. Do not drive so that the tractor may
tip over sideways
Before operating the tractor on a slope, walk the
slope to look for possible hazards such as rocks,
mounds, stumps, or surface irregularities which
could cause the tractor to be upset.
Back the tractor with attachment up the steepest
portion of each slope you intend to work. If the
tractor cannot negotiate the slope in reverse, the
slope is too steep to be worked.
Avoid turns when driving on a slope. If a turn must
be made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope
greatly increases the chance of a roll over.
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