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6.
After resuming forward motion, return the key to the
NORMAL MOWING position.
IMPORTANT: The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will
remain activated until:
a.
The key is placed in either the NORMAL
MOWING position or STOP position.
b. The operator leaves the seat.
Starting the Engine
WARNING:
Do not operate the tractor if the
interlock
system
is
malfunctioning.
This
system
was designed
for your safety and
protection.
NOTE:
Refer to the TRACTOR S ET-UPon page 10 of this
manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.
1.
Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch
module.
2.
Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the
disengaged (OFF) position.
3.
Engage the tractor's parking brake.
4.
Activate the choke control.
5.
Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START
position. After the engine starts, release the key. It
will return to the NORMAL MOWING position.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT hold the key in the START
position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so
may cause damage to your engine's electric starter.
6.
After the engine starts, deactivate the choke
control.
NOTE:
Do NOT leave the choke control on while
operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel
mixture and cause the engine to run poorly.
Stopping the Engine
WARNING:
If you strike a foreign object,
stop the engine and remove the ignition key.
Thoroughly
inspect
the
machine
for
any
damage. Repair the damage before restarting
and operating
1.
If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade
Engage lever in the disengaged (OFF) position.
2.
Position the throttle/choke control between half-
throttle and the FAST (rabbit) position
3.
Turn the ignition key counterclockwise
to the STOP
position.
4.
Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent
unintended starting.
DrivingTheTractor
WARNING:
Avoid
sudden
starts,
ex-
cessive speed and sudden stops.
WARNING:
Do not leave the seat of the
tractor
without first placing the PTO/Blade
Engage
knob
in the
disengaged
(OFF)
position,
pressing
the
brake
pedal
and
engaging the parking brake. If leaving the
tractor unattended, also turn the ignition key
off and remove the key.
•
Briefly press the brake pedal to release the parking
brake. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit)
position.
•
To travel FORWARD, slowly press the upper
portion of the drive pedal forward until the desired
speed is achieved. See Figure 11.
Brake Pedal
DrivePedal
\
Figure 11
•
To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind
is clear then slowly press the lower portion of the
drive pedal with the ball of your foot (NOT your
heel) until the desired speed is achieved. See
Figure 11.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT attempt to change the direction of
travel when the tractor is in motion. Always bring the
tractor to a complete
stop before pivoting the drive
pedal from forward to reverse or vice versa.
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