Clutch/Brake Pedal Operation; Starting The Engine; Stopping The Tractor & Engine - Viking MT 830 Owner's Manual

CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION
1. Depressing the clutch/brake pedal (A, Figure 2) disen-
gages the transmission drive .
Fully depressing the pedal applies the rider brake.
2. Parking brake is applied by pulling up on the parking
brake control knob (B, Figure 2) with the clutch/ brake
pedal fully depressed.

STARTING THE ENGINE

1. While sitting in the operator's seat, fully depress the
brake pedal or set the parking brake.
2. Make sure that the ground speed control lever is in
NEUTRAL.
3. Disengage the PTO clutch.
4. Set throttle to CHOKE.
Note: A warm engine may not require choking.
5. Insert the ignition key and turn it to START.
6. After the engine starts, move the engine throttle con-
trol to SLOW. Warm up the engine by running it for at
least a minute before engaging the PTO or driving
the tractor.
Note: In the event of an emergency the engine can be
stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP.
Use this method only in emergency situations. For nor-
mal engine shut down follow the procedure given in
STOPPING THE TRACTOR.
Operating the Tractor
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Figure 2. Clutch/ Brake Pedal Operation
A. Clutch/Brake Pedal
B. Parking Brake Control Knob
WARNING
If you do not understand how a specific control
functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the
FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now.
Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first
becoming familiar with the location and function of ALL
controls.
STOPPING THE TRACTOR & ENGINE
1. Returning the ground speed lever to NEUTRAL will
stop tractor movement.
For emergency stopping of any model, FULLY
depress the clutch/ brake pedal to apply the trac-
tor brake.
2. Engage the parking brake.
3. Disengage the PTO.
4. Position the throttle control at FULL.
5. Turn the ignition switch to OFF and remove the key.
Note: Stopping the engine at speeds lower than full
throttle can cause engine damage. Do not stop the
engine with the throttle control in the IDLE position.
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