Figure 20
Driving Backward
Note:
Always use caution when backing up and
turning.
1.
Move the levers to the center, unlocked position.
2.
To go backward, slowly pull the motion-control
levers rearward
(Figure
Figure 21
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Stopping the Machine
WARNING
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the machine while
it is unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and move
the motion-control levers outward to the
P
position when leaving the machine
ARK
unattended, even if just for a few minutes.
To stop the machine, move the traction-control levers
to the N
position and move to the locked
EUTRAL
position, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO),
and turn the ignition key to the O
Set the parking brake when you leave the machine.
Remember to remove the key from the ignition switch.
Adjusting the Height of Cut
The machine is equipped with a foot pedal deck-lift
system. The operator can use the foot pedal to lift
the deck briefly to avoid obstacles or lock the deck in
the highest height of cut or transport position. The
operator can use the height-of-cut lever with the foot
pedal to lock the deck in a specific cutting height.
Using the Foot Pedal Deck-Lift
System
•
Press the pedal down to raise the deck; continue
to press the pedal until the deck is locked in the
transport position
•
Push on the deck-lift pedal with your foot and pull
the transport lock handle rearward to disengage
the transport lock
22
position.
FF
(Figure
22).
(Figure
22).