Operator`s manual

Assembly & Set-Up
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NOTE: 
features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are
applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may
differ from yours.
Tractor Set-Up
Moving The Tractor Manually

relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the

transmission to bypass its normal route, allowing the rear tires

follows:
Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor. 

2.
up, to lock it in place.
NOTE: If the tractor will not move or does not move freely when
pushing check if the bypass lever is fully open.
NOTE: 
bypass rod is pulled out. Return the rod to its normal position
prior to operating the tractor. If the tractor will not move when
pushing on the forward/reverse pedals, or moves slowly, check to
see of the bypass valve is on.
CAUTION: Never attempt to move the tractor
manually without first opening the hydrostatic relief
valve. Doing so will result in serious damage to the

Shipping Brace Removal
WARNING! 
off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition
key before removing the shipping brace.
Locate the shipping brace, if present, and warning tag 

While holding the discharge chute with your left hand, 2.
remove the shipping brace with your right hand by
grasping it between your thumb and index finger and
rotating it clockwise.
WARNING! The shipping brace is used for
packaging purposes only. Remove and discard the
shipping brace before operating your lawn tractor.
WARNING! The mowing deck is capable of
throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding
mower without the discharge cover in the proper
operating position could result in serious personal
injury and/or property damage.
Figure 3-2
Figure 3-1
Contents of Crate
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