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OPERATION
3. To stop or slow down the tractor, take your foot off of the
forward (a) or reverse drive (b) pedal. To lock the parking
brake, place drive control pedals in neutral and pull the park
brake lever (c) back until it locks into the “on” position. See
Figure 20 on page 17.
4. To travel in reverse, check that the area behind is clear then
slowly push down on the reverse drive pedal (b) with the
ball of your foot (NOT your heel) until the desired speed is
achieved. See Figure 20 on page 17.
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 moving the tractor from forward to
reverse or vice versa.
WARNING
Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing
the PTO knob in the disengaged (OFF) position and
engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor
unattended, also turn the engine off and remove the key.
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.
2. Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (a) position
to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (b) position of the
ignition module. See Figure 21.
(d)
(e)
(c)
(a)
(b)
Figure 21
3. Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (c) at the top, right
corner of the ignition module. The red indicator light (d) at
the top, left corner of the ignition module will be ON while
activated. See Figure 21.
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 (a)
position. See Figure 21.
6. The REVERSE CAUTION MODE (b) will remain activated
until (see Figure 21):
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING (a)
position or STOP (e) position, or
b. The operator leaves the seat.
OPERATING THE PTO
Operate the PTO clutch as follows:
NOTE: During your tractor’s initial break-in period, in order to
engage the PTO and avoid engine stall, allow the engine to warm
before engaging the PTO. Break-in period varies depending on
your engine.
1. Move the throttle control lever to the FAST position.
2. Pull the PTO switch upward to the ENGAGED position.
3. The operator must remain in the tractor seat at all times. If
the operator should leave the seat without disengaging the
PTO, the tractor’s engine will shut off.
4. The PTO clutch will not operate when the tractor is driving
in the reverse direction without the use of the REVERSE
CAUTION MODE. See REVERSE CAUTION MODE section.
Mowing
WARNING
To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury,
keep bystanders, helpers, children, and pets at least
75’(23 meters) from the machine while it is in operation.
Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
WARNING
Make certain the area to be mowed is free of debris,
sticks, stones, wire, or other objects that can be thrown
by the rotating blades.
WARNING
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.