Use and Care Guide

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OPERATION
Throttle/Choke Control Lever
The throttle/choke control lever is located on the left side of the
tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine and,
when pushed all the way forward, past the detent position closes the
choke for cold starting. When set in a given position, the throttle will
maintain a uniform engine speed.
NOTE: When operating the tractor with the cutting deck
engaged, be certain that the throttle/choke control is always in
the FAST position.
Deck Lift Lever
The lift lever is located in the right fender and is used to raise and lower the deck.
Pull the handle to the left out of the index notch and push downward to lower the
deck, or pull upward to raise the deck. When the desired height is attained, move
the lift handle to the right until fully in the index notch.
Ignition Module
WARNING
Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always disengage PTO, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove
key to prevent unintended starting.
To start the engine, insert the key into the
ignition switch and turn clockwise to the
START position. Release the key into the
NORMAL MOWING MODE position once
the engine has fired.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position.
CAUTION
Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety Interlock Switches and
Starting The Engine in the Operation section of this manual for detailed
instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the
tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE
Manual PTO (Blade Engage) Handle
The PTO/blade engage handle is located on the right fender. Activating the PTO
engages power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. See
the Operation section for information and instructions on using the PTO.
Note: PTO stands for Power Take-Off, which is a mechanism for taking power from a
power source, such as a running engine and transmitting it to an application such as
the cutting blade of this riding mower.
Electric PTO (Blade Engage) Switch
The PTO switch is located on the dash panel to the right of the
LCD Service Minder & Hour Meter.
Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other
(separately available) attachments.
Transmission Bypass Rod
The transmission bypass rod is located at the rear of the tractor
on the lower right section of the frame.
When engaged, the rod opens a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which
allows the tractor to be pushed short distances by hand. Refer to the Assembly &
Set-Up section for instructions on using the bypass feature.
Park Brake/Cruise Control Lever
Located in the center of the tractor’s dash panel below the steering wheel, the park brake/
cruise control lever is used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control. Refer to the
Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake.
NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the
engine running or the engine will automatically shut off.
NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be engaged at the tractor’s fastest ground speed.
WARNING
Never leave a running machine unattended. Always disengage the PTO,
set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key to prevent
unintended starting.
LCD Service Minder & Hour Meter w/ Smart Lawn App
Bluetooth® Activation (If Equipped)
When the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position but not into the START
position, the LCD Service Minder and Hour Meter will briefly display the battery voltage,
followed by the tractor’s accumulated hours.
NOTE: Hours of tractor operation are recorded any time the ignition key is
rotated out of the STOP position, regardless of whether the engine is started.
Smart Lawn App (If Equipped)
The app’s automated maintenance dashboard and log will help you keep your machine
running at peak performance and protect your investment by tracking total hours
across the lifetime of your equipment.
Receive alert notifications when it’s time to perform essential maintenance tasks.
Your dashboard provides real time monitoring and indicates when it’s time for you
to check or change the oil, air filter, blades or battery. The app also enables you to
locate and contact service centers, access step-by-step instructions to perform routine
maintenance and purchase replacement parts directly from your mobile device.