Craftsman 917.28910 Operator's Manual page 15

REV'ERSE 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 is placed
in the ROS "ON" position.
_WARNING: Backing up with the at-
tachment clutch engaged while mowing is
stronglydiscouraged..Turningthe ROS"ON",
to allow reverse operation with the attach-
ment 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,.
USING THE REVERSE OPERATION
SYSTEM -
Only use if you are certain no children or other
bystanders will enter the mowing area..
1. Move motion control lever to neutral
position..
2. With engine running, turn ignition key
counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi-
tion.
3. Look down and behind before and while
backing..
4. Slowly move motion control lever to
reverse (R) position to start movement°
5. When useofthe ROS isno longer needed,
turn the ignition key clockwise to engine
"ON" position.
ROS "ON" Posilion
Engine "ON" Position
(Normal Operating)
TO TRANSPORT
When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure to disengage transmission by placing
freewheel control in freewheeling position.
Freewheel control is located at the rear
drawbar of tractor.
1, Raise attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
2. Pull freewheel control out and into the slot
and release so itis held inthe disengaged
position
- Do not push or tow tractor at more than
two (2) MPH.,
• Tore-engage transmission, reverse above
procedure..
TRANSMISSION ENGAGED
TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when
transporting your tractor on a truck or atrailer,
be sure hood is closed and secured totractor.
Use an appropriate means of tying hood to
tractor (rope, cord, etc..).
TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-
MENTS
Tow only the attachments that are recom-
mended by and comply with specifications
of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use
common sense when towing. Too heavy of
a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires
can lose traction with the ground and cause
you to lose control of your tractor,.
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