Specifications

OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Read OPERATION and CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
sections of this manual before tryingto start the engine.
e Check to make sure engine crankcase is fullof oil Never
run engine unless crankcase is full of oil and dipstick is
tightened securely into oil tube,,
• To change engine ell, see ENGINE LUBRICATION in
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES section of this
manual°
ADD GASOLINE
• Fill tank (see FIG 8). Use fresh, clean, regular Unleaded
gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline willincrease carbon and
lead oxide depositsand reduce valve fife),
IMPORTANT': WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BE-
LOW 32 ° F (0° C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE
GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING.
WARNING: Experience indicates that a_cohol blended fuels
(called gasohol or using methanol) can attract moisture which
leadsto separation and formation of acids during storage_Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an enginewhile in storage,
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied
before storage of 30 days orionger,_Drain fueltank, start engine
and letit run until fuel linesand carburetor are empty, Use fresh
fuel next season. See Storage Instructionsfor additional infer*
mation Never use engine or carburetor cleanerproductsinthe
fuettank or permanent damage may occur.
FUEL CAP
FUEL 'TANK
FIG. 8
CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler
neck. Do not over fill, Wipe off any spilled
oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gaso-
line near an open flame,
TO START ENGINE
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When starting engine for first time or if engine has run out of
fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from tank to
engine.
Your tractor has two lockoutswitches that connect solenoid to
brake-clutch pedal and attachment clutch lever. When start-
ing engine, brake-clutch pedal must be fully depressed and
attachment clutch lever must be inDISENGAGED positionto
engage lockout switches,,
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch. The engine will stopif operator is not firmlyseated in
operator's seat when attachment clutch lever is engaged.
Leaning forward or to one side on the seat may cause the
engine to stop.
• Depress brake-clutch pedal and set padding brake,,
Place the shift control lever in NEUTRAL position,
Move attachment clutch lever to DISENGAGED position,
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To start a cold engine move throttle control past detent
postion for CHOKE position. For warm engine start, do not
use CHOKE position.
To start a warm engine move throttle control to midway
between FAST and SLOW positions
Turn ignitionkey clockwise to STARTposition and release
key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter
continuously for more than 15 seconds per minute_ If
engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle
to FAST position,wait a few minutes and try again,_
ALL-WHEEL STEERING FEATURE
Because both front and rear wheels turn, an all-wheel steering
tractor is very maneuverable, if the tractor becomes wedged
against a wa{I, fence or other obstruction,do the following:
® Move shift controt lever to No, t position.
• Turn steering wheel slightly away from obstruction,
NOTE: If you turn steeringwheel sharply,rear wheels wilf
turn in opposite direction of front wheels (turning into
obstructionyou are tryingto move away from).
• Move shiftcontroltever to reverse positionto back out of
dead ends, Be sure tractor is completely stopped before
shiftinginto reverse.
CAUTION: Look down and behind before and
while backing°
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