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clutch, and throttle back to low idle for a couple of
minutes; then rotate ignition key counter-clockwise to the
OFF position. Remove the key from switch before
leaving the machine.
Stopping the engine
Use the following procedure to shut off the engine after
operating the equipment.
1. Place the steering control levers in the park brake
position
2. Disengage the deck clutch
3. Throttle back to low idle for a couple of minutes
4. Rotate ignition key counter-clockwise to the OFF
position. Remove the key from switch before leaving the
machine.
Moving mower with stalled engine
WARNING: Allow engine exhaust manifold to cool
before engaging or disengaging the bypass valves. The
bypass valve rods are located close to the exhaust sys-
tem.
If it becomes necessary to move the machine when the engine
is inoperative, the transaxles are equipped with bypass valves.
Before moving the unit, pull out on the bypass valve rods and
slide them into the slot to lock in position. Both bypass valve
rods are located underneath the rear of the mower at the back of
the transaxle. (Fig. 3-5 & Fig. 3-6)
The steering control levers must be placed in the neutral
position, to release the park brakes, so that the mower can be
moved.
Do not tow the machine. Move it by hand or use a winch to
load on a trailer for transporting.
When transporting on another vehicle, the mower must be
secured.
IMPORTANT: Always make certain the two bypass valves
are returned to their operating position before running the
mower following repairs.
Driving the mower
DANGER: Never make sudden stops or reverse
direction, especially when maneuvering on a slope.
The steering is designed for sensitive response. Rapid
movement of the steering control levers in either
direction could result in a reaction of the machine that
can cause serious injury.
After starting engine, engage the steering control levers and
steer as follows:
To go forward, push steering control levers forward an equal
distance (Fig. 3-7).
To go in reverse, pull steering control levers rearward an
equal distance (Fig. 3-7).
To turn left, move the right steering control lever farther
forward from neutral than the left steering control lever.
(Fig. 3-7)
To turn right, move the left steering control lever farther
forward from neutral than the right steering control lever.
(Fig. 3-7)
Zero radius turn, move one steering control lever forward
and the other steering control lever back of neutral. This will
allow the drive wheels to counter-rotate. (Fig. 3-7)
To stop or decrease speed, move steering control levers to
neutral. When going forward pull back gently on steering
control levers. When going in reverse push forward gently on
steering control levers.
For emergency stop, when traveling forward or rearward,
Fig. 3-5
Slot
Bypass valve rod
(Right rod shown in
operating position)
(Viewed from the rear right underneath side)
Fig. 3-6
Bypass valve rod
(Right rod shown in
disengaged position)
(Viewed from the rear right underneath side)
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