Craftsman T100 Series User Manual

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OPERATION
Reverse Caution Mode (Turn-Key)
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the ignition module allows the tractor to be
operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged.
Note: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
WARNING
Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION
MODE . Always look down and behind before and while backing. Do
not operate the tractor when children or others are around. Stop the tractor
immediately if someone enters the area.
To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE :
Note: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.
1. Start the engine as previously instructed.
2. Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (a) position to the REVERSE
CAUTION MODE (b) position of the ignition module. See Figure 23.
3. Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (c) at the top, right corner of the ignition
module. The red indicator light (d) at the top, left corner of the ignition
module will be ON while activated. See Figure 23.
4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be driven in reverse with
the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.
(d)
(e)
(c)
(a)
(b)
Figure 23
5. Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children
are around. After resuming forward motion, return key to the NORMAL MOWING
(a) position.
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE b will remain activated until:
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING (a) position or
STOP (e) position or
b. The operator leaves the seat (electric PTO)/the parking brake is set
(manual PTO).
Reverse Caution Mode (PBS)
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with
the blades (PTO) engaged.
Note: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
WARNING
Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION
MODE . Always look down and behind before and while backing. Do
not operate the tractor when children or others are around. Stop the tractor
immediately if someone enters the area.
To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE :
Note: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.
1. Start the engine as instructed above.
2. Press the REVERSE CAUTION MODE button and hold for 3 seconds. The
indicator light will flash for 3 seconds and will stay on when the REVERSE
CAUTION MODE is activated. See Figure 24.
Ignition
Key
Reverse
Caution
Mode
Button
Indicator
Light
Figure 24
3. The indicator light above the REVERSE CAUTION MODE button will be ON
while activated. See Figure 24.
4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be driven in reverse with
the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.
5. Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children
are around. After resuming forward motion, press the REVERSE CAUTION MODE
button to return to NORMAL MOWING.
6. The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:
a. The REVERSE CAUTION MODE button is pressed or the ignition key
is pressed or removed.
b. The operator leaves the seat.

Craftsman T100 Series Specifications

General

Turning Radius	18 inches
Warranty	2-year limited
Cutting Width	42 inches
Fuel Capacity	1.3 gallons
Cutting Height	1.5 to 4 inches
Engine	Briggs & Stratton 675 Series