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18 Section 5— operation
Reverse Caution Mode
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the ignition
module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the
blades (PTO) engaged.
NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
WARNING! Use extreme caution while operating
the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE .
Always look down and behind before and while
backing. Do not operate the tractor when children
or others are around. Stop the tractor immediately if
someone enters the area.
To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE :
NOTE: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.
1. Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous
page.
2. Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green)
position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow)
position of the ignition module. See Figure 5-1.
Start
position
Indicator
Light
Reverse
Push
Button
Normal
Driving
Mode
Stop
position
Reverse
Caution
Mode
Position
Figure 5-1
3. Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON at the top, right
corner of the ignition module. The red indicator light at
the top, left corner of the ignition module will be ON while
activated. See Figure 5-1.
4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be
driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.
5. Always look down and behind before and while backing to
make sure no children are around. After resuming forward
motion, return key to the NORMAL MOWING position.
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING
position or STOP position or
b. The operator leaves the seat.
Driving The Tractor
WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed
and sudden stops.
1. Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake.
Move the throttle into the FAST position.
2. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the forward drive pedal
forward until the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 5-2.
Forward
Reverse
Figure 5-2
3. To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear then
slowly depress the reverse drive pedal until the desired speed
is achieved. See Figure 5-2.
CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to change the
direction of travel when the tractor is in motion.
Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before
changing from forward to reverse or vice versa.
WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor
without first placing the PTO in the DISENGAGED
(OFF) position and engaging the parking brake. If
leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the engine
off and remove the ignition key.