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OPERATION
REVERSE OPERATION
SYSTEM (ROS)
Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System
(ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse
direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off
the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON"
position.
_WARNING:
Backing up with the attachment clutch en-
_)ged wh!le mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the
S ON , to allow reverse operation with the attachment
clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator
decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the
attachment
engaged.
Do not mow in reverse
unless
absolutely necessary.
USINGTHE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (See Fig. 18)
Only use ifyou are certain no children or other bystanders
will enter the mowing area.
•
Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold.
•
With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise
to ROS "ON" position.
•
Look down and behind before backing.
•
Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) position and slowly
release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.
•
When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the
ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.
•
Place motion control lever in neutral position and set
parking brake.
•
Raise dump handle to its highest position. Pull han-
dle forward to raise bagger and dump clippings.
•
To continue mowing, be sure bagger is down and in
proper operating position which will allow mower to
operate.
ROS"ON"
POSITION
ENGINE "ON" POSITION
(NORMAL
OPERATING)
Fig. 18
TO TRANSPORT
•
Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment
lift control.
•
When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift
lever is in neutral (N) position.
•
Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting
your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed
and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying
hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).
TOWIN G CARTS AN D OTH E R ATTACH M ENTS
Tow only the attachments that are recommended
by and
comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac-
tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load,
while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.
TO DUMP BAGGER
(See Fig. 19)
MANUAL DUMP ONLY
Your tractor is equipped with a Dump Bag Alarm. To turn
off the alarm disengage the attachment clutch.
•
Position tractor in location you wish to dump bagger.
Fig. 19
BEFORE
STARTING THE ENGINE
CHECK
ENGINE
OiL LEVEL
The engine in your tractor
has been shipped, from the
factory, already filled with summer weight oil.
•
Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.
•
Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the
dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,
remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until
"FULL' mark on dipstick is reached.
Do not overfill.
•
For cold weather operation you should change oil for
easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the
Maintenance section of this manual).
•
To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in
this manual.
ADD GASOLINE
Fill fuel tank to bottom offiller neck. Do not overfill. Use
fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
of 87 octane.
(Use of leaded gasoline will increase
carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).
Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities
that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
CAUTION:
Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
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