Use and Care Manual

14 Section 4— controlS & FeatureS
Ignition Switch 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 .
PTO Knob
The PTO (Power Take-Off) knob is located on the
RH console to the right of the operator’s seat.
The PTO knob operates the electric PTO
clutch mounted on the bottom of the engine
crankshaft. Pull the knob upward to engage
the PTO clutch, or push the knob downward to
disengage the clutch.
The PTO knob must be in the “disengaged”
position when starting the engine.
Fuel Tank Cap
The fuel tank cap is located on the left console. Turn the fill cap
to remove. Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank
after removing.
WARNING! Never fill the fuel tank when the
engine is running. If the engine is hot from recently
running, allow to cool for several minutes before
refueling. Highly flammable gasoline could splash
onto the engine and cause a fire.
Throttle/Choke Control
The throttle/choke control is located on the RH console
to the left of the hour meter/indicator panel. When
set in a given position, a uniform engine speed will be
maintained.
• Push the throttle/choke control handle forward to
increase the engine speed. The tractor is designed
to operate with the throttle/choke control in the
fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being
driven and the mower deck is engaged.
• Pull the throttle/choke control handle rearward to
decrease the engine speed.
• When starting the engine, push the control handle fully
forward into the “CHOKE” position.
• After starting and warming the engine, move the control
handle rearward until you feel it move past the choke
detent.
Forward Drive Pedal
The forward drive pedal is located on the right side
of the tractor, along the running board. Press the
forward drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to
travel forward. Ground speed is also controlled with
the forward drive pedal. The further forward the
pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will travel. The
pedal will return to its original position when it’s not
pressed.
Reverse Pedal
The reverse drive pedal is located on the right side of
the tractor along the running board. Ground speed
is also controlled with the reverse drive pedal. The
further downward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the
tractor will travel. The pedal will return to its original
position when it’s not pressed.
Transmission Bypass Valves
The transmission bypass valves (one for each the RH and LH
transmission) are located under the tractor on the back of each
transmission inside the rear wheels.
When engaged, the two valves open 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.
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