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Ignition Switch
Ignition switch is activated to start the engine. Insert key into the ignition
switch and turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the
ON position once engine has fired.
Never leave a running machine unattended. Always
WARNING:
disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
Headlights
•
To turn headlights on, rotate the same ignition key from ON to ON/LIGHTS position of the ignition switch.
•
To turn headlights off, rotate the ignition key from ON/LIGHTS position to either ON position (to leave the
engine running) or OFF position (to shut the engine off).
WARNING:
Never move the key into the Start position while the engine is running. Doing so may cause
damage to your engine's starter.
Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter
Your tractor is equipped with four indicator lights and an hour meter as
shown in the figure here.
If the brake light or PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the unit,
proceed as follows:
Indication
Brake light on
PTO light on
It is normal for the oil light and the battery light to illuminate while the engine
is cranking, but if either illuminates while the engine is running, follow the
steps below as per indication:
Indication
Oil light on
Battery light on
Cruise Control Button
The cruise control button is located on the tractor dash panel to the left of
the ignition switch. Push the cruise control button while traveling forward at
a desired speed. While holding the button in, release pressure from the
drive pedal. This will engage the cruise control and allow the tractor to
remain at that speed without applying pressure to the drive pedal. Depress
the brake pedal or the drive pedal to deactivate cruise control. Refer to
Operations section in this manual for detailed instructions.
NOTE: Cruise control cannot be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground
speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically
decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed.
Remedy
Engage the parking brake.
Move PTO knob to disengaged(OFF) position.
Stop the tractor immediately and check thecrankcase oil level as instructed in the
engine manual. Add oil as required.
Indicates that the battery is in need of a charge or that the engine's charging system is not
generating sufficient amperage. Refer to Battery on 18 of this manual for charging
procedure or have the engine's charging system checked by anauthorized dealer.
Battery Light
Remedy
10
On/Lights
Off
Start
Oil Light
+
Hour
Meter
1/10
P
PTO Light
Brake Light
On
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