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10.4 Driving the Tractor and Mower
Be sure to never operate the cutter with the PTO
storage support in its upright position. Swing the
support down, and out of the way before begining.
Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually
increase your speed while maintaining complete
control of the tractor and mower. Moving slowly at
first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and
loss of steering control. The tractor should never be
operated at speeds that cannot be safely handled
or which will prevent the operator from stopping
quickly during an emergency. If the power steering
or engine ceases operating, stop the tractor
immediately as the tractor will be difficult to control.
Drive the tractor with the 3-Point lift arms in the
raised position and lock the control lever in the
transport detent position to prevent damage to the
mower driveline and tongue when turning.
Perform turns with the tractor and mower at slow
speeds to determine how the tractor with an
attached mower handles a turn.
safe speed to maintain proper control of the tractor
when making turns. When turning with a towed
implement, the overall working length of the unit is
increased.
Allow additional clearance for the
mower when turning.
To avoid overturns, drive the tractor with care and
at safe speeds, especially when operating over
rough ground, crossing ditches or slopes, and
turning corners.
Tractor wheel tread spacing
should be increased when working on inclines or
rough ground to reduce the possibility of tipping.
Use extreme caution when operating on steep
slopes. Keep the tractor in a low gear when going
downhill. DO NOT coast or free-wheel downhill.
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