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Stopping the Engine
If you strike a foreign object, stop the
WARNING:
engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground
against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any
damage. Repair damage before restarting.
1. If the blades are engaged, disengage the PTO.
2. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the OFF
position.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent
unintended starting.
Driving The Tractor
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Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake.
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Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.
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To move forward, place the shift lever in the
FORWARD position, then slowly depress the drive
pedal until the desired speed is achieved. To move in
reverse, place the shift lever in the REVERSE position,
check that the area behind is clear, then slowly
depress the drive pedal.
Driving On Slopes
Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 6 to help
IMPORTANT:
determine slopes where you may operate the tractor
safely.
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Mow up and down slopes, never across.
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Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine.
Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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Avoid turns when driving on a slope. If a turn must be
made, attempt while going downward on the slope.
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Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is
necessary to stop while driving up a slope, start up
smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of
flipping the tractor over backward.
Mowing
The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor.
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Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed.
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For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center.
After the first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting. This
will give a better appearance to the lawn.
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Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather.
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Mowing should always be done with the engine at full throttle.
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Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut.
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Do not attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to mow lawns,
not clear brush.
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Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn. Refer to Cutting Blades on page 18 of this manual for
proper blade sharpening instructions.
WARNING:
To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children
and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
IMPORTANT
Do not leave the seat of the tractor without
1. disengaging PTO (Blade Engage) knob
2. depressing brake pedal
3. engaging parking brake
If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the ignition
key off and remove the key.
Do not use the shift lever to change the direction of
travel when the tractor is in motion. Always use the
brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete stop
before moving the shift lever.
Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden
stops while driving the tractor.
Do not mow on slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise
of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).
Keep hands and feet away from the opening of the
cutting deck.
Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of
materials toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and
the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction which may cause discharged
material to ricochet back toward the operator.
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