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OPERATION
TO MOVE FORWARD
AND BACKWARD
(See Fig. 17)
The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the
forward and reverse drive pedals.
•
Start tractor and release parking brake.
•
Slowly depress forward (K) or reverse (L) drive pedal to
begin movement. Ground speed increases the further
down the pedal is depressed.
Fig. 17
TO USE CRUISE
CONTROL
= J (See Fig. 17)
The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel
only.
SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS
The cruise control should only be used while mowing or
transporting on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Other
conditions such as trimming at slow speeds may cause the
cruise control to disengage. Do not use the cruise control
on slopes, rough terrian or while trimmimg or turning.
•
With forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed,
pull cruise control lever (J) up and hold while lifting
your foot off the pedal, then release the lever.
To disengage the cruise control, depress the brake pedal
or tap on forward drive pedal.
TO ADJUST
MOWER
CUTTING
HEIGHT
(See Fig. 18)
The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the
cutting height.
•
Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.
Fig. 18
The cutting height range is approximately
1" to 4". The
heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running.
These heights are approximate
and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of
grass and types of grass being mowed.
•
The average
lawn should be cut to approximately
2-1/2" during the cool season and to over 3" during hot
months.
For healthier and better looking lawns, mow
often and after moderate growth.
•
For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height
should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively
high; the second to desired height.
TO ADJUST
GAUGE WHEELS
(See Fig. 19)
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly
off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height
in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck
in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain
conditions.
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level
surface.
•
Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD-
JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of
manual).
•
With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge
wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off
the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate
hole.
Tighten securely.
•
Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel in same adjust-
ment hole.
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9/16
13
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3/4
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Fig. 19
REVERSE OPERATION
SYSTEM (ROS)
Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System
(ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse
direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the
engine unless ignition key isplaced in the ROS "ON" position.
_,WARNING:
Backing up with the attachment clutch en-
gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the
ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment
clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator
decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the
attachment
engaged.
Do not mow in reverse
unless
absolutely
necessary.
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