MTD Series 600 Operator's Manual page 16

F
indicator
Light
Rsvers8 -
Caution
Mode
Position
NO CH|LDREN AROUND
O EVERSEPUSH
BUTTON
Stop
position
Rsvsrs8
Push
Button
-Normal
Driving
Mode
position
3.
4.
5.
6.
4. Activate the choke by moving the throttle into the choke
position.
5. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position. After
the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the ON
position.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT hold the key in the START position for
longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause damage
to your engine's electric starter.
6. After the engine starts, move the throttle out of the choke
position and into the FAST position.
NOTE: Do NOT leave the throttle in the choke position while
operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture
and cause the engine to run poorly.
Stoppingthe Engine
Figure 5-1
Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular
Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module.
The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key 1.
switch module will be ON while activated. See Fig. 5-1.
Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be 2.
driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.
Always look down and behind before and while backing to 3.
make sure no children are around.
After resuming forward motion, return the key to the
NORMAL MOWING position.
IMPORTANT: The REVERSECAUTION MODE will remain
activated until:
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING
position or STOP position.
b. The operator leaves the seat (Models with Electric
PTO O N LY).
c. The operator engages the parking brake by fully
depressing the brake pedal and holding it down
while gently pushing the parking brake button
inward (Models with Manual PTO ONLY).
Starting the Engine
WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the
engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before operating.
Be careful not to overfill. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual
included with your lawn tractor for complete Gasoline and Oil
fill-up instructions.
1. Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch.
2. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF)
position.
3. Engage the tractor's parking brake.
WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the
engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and
ground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the
machine for any damage. Repair the damage before
restarting and operating.
If the blades are engaged, place the PTO (Blade Engage)
lever in the disengaged (OFF) position.
Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP
position.
Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent
unintended starting.
Driving TheTractor
_ ARNING: Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed
and sudden stops.
WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the tractor
without first placing the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in
the disengaged (OFF) position, depressing the brake
pedal and engaging the parking brake. If leaving
the tractor unattended, also turn the ignition key off
and remove the key.
1. Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and
let the pedal up.
2. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the shift lever to change the
direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always use
the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete stop before
shifting.
1. To move forward, place the shift lever in the FORWARD
position, then slowly depress the drive pedal until the
desired speed is achieved.
2. To move in reverse, place the shift lever in the REVERSE
position, check that the area behind is clear then slowly
depress the drive pedal.
Driving OnSlopes
Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE in the Important Safe Operation
Practices section of this manual to help determine slopes where
you may operate the tractor safely.
SECTION S-- OPERATION