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1.
Start the engine as instructed on page 18.
2.
Turn the key from the NORMAL DRIVING MODE (Green) position to the
REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the ignition switch module.
See Figure 15.
Indicator
Light
Reverse
Caution
Mode
Position
Stop
position
3.
Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular Button) at the top,
right corner of the ignition switch module. The red indicator light at the top,
left corner of the ignition switch module will be ON while activated. See
Figure 15.
4.
Once activated (indicator light ON), the lawn tractor can be driven in reverse
with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.
5.
Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no
children are around.
6.
After resuming forward motion, return the key to the NORMAL DRIVING
MODE position.
IMPORTANT: The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:
•
The key is placed in either the NORMAL DRIVING MODE position or
STOP position.
•
The operator engages the parking brake by fully depressing the
brake pedal and holding it down while moving the parking brake
lever into the PARK BRAKE position.
Engaging the Parking Brake
1.
Fully depress the brake pedal/clutch-brake pedal and hold it down with your foot.
2.
Move the parking brake lever all the way down and into the ON position.
3.
Release the brake pedal/clutch-brake pedal to allow the parking brake to engage.
Releasing the Parking Brake
Depress the brake pedal/clutch-brake pedal and move the parking brake lever out of
the ON position and into the OFF position.
Reverse
Push
Button
Normal
Driving
Mode
Start
position
Figure 15
OPERATION
Setting the Cutting Height
1.
Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever
in any of the five different cutting height notches on the right side of the
fender.
2.
Adjust the deck wheels, if equipped, so that they are between ¼" and ½"
above the ground when the lawn tractor is on a smooth, flat surface such as
a driveway.
Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck.
NOTE: On models so equipped, the deck wheels are an anti-scalp feature of
the deck and are not designed to support the weight of the cutting deck.
NOTE: Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 25 for more detailed instructions
regarding various deck adjustments.
Starting the Engine
Do not operate the lawn tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning.
This system was designed for your safety and protection.
NOTE: Refer to Gas & Oil fill-up instructions on page 11.
1.
Insert the key into the ignition switch.
2.
Place the PTO lever in the disengaged (PTO OFF) position.
3.
Engage the lawn tractor's parking brake (if equipped).
4.
Activate the choke control.
5.
Turn the key clockwise to the START position. After the engine starts, release
the key. It will return to the PTO ON (or NORMAL DRIVING MODE) position.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than 10
seconds at a time. Doing so may cause damage to your engine's electric starter.
6.
After the engine starts, deactivate the throttle/choke control lever and place
the throttle/choke control lever in the FAST position.
NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the lawn tractor.
Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly.
Stopping the Engine
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.
1.
If the blades are engaged, place the PTO lever in the disengaged (OFF)
position.
2.
Turn the key counter-clockwise to the STOP position.
3.
Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting.
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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
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