Driving The Tractor
WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed
and sudden stops.
Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake.
Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.
NOTE: When operating the tractor, be certain that the
throttle/choke control is always in the FAST (rabbit)
position. Operating with the throttle at less than full
throttle may lead to shortened battery life, and poor cut
quality.
2. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the upper portion of the
drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved. See
.
Figure 5-1
To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear,
then slowly depress the lower portion of the drive pedal
with the ball of your foot (NOT your heel) until the desired
speed is achieved. See .
CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to change the
direction of travel when the tractor is in motion.
Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before
moving the tractor from forward to reverse or vice
versa.
WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor
without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in
the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the
parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also
turn the engine off and remove the ignition key.
Steering Tractors Equipped with Power Steering
When operating tractors equipped with power steering, do not
force the steering wheel to turn all they way to the left or right.
When reaching the end of the turning radius, allow the steering
wheel to back off slightly and avoid holding the wheel all the
way up against the steering stops.
Note: While on pavement, operating the power steering with
the engine running and the tractor at a stand-still, may cause the
front wheels to stutter. This is considered normal and will operate
smoothly under typical mowing conditions.
Reverse Caution Mode
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module
allows the tractor to maneuver 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.
Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous
page.
2. Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position
to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the
key switch module. See Figure 5-2.
Start
position
Indicator
Light
Reverse
Push
Button
Normal
Driving
Mode
Stop
position
Reverse
Caution
Mode
Position
Figure 5-2
Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular
Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module.
The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key
switch module will be ON while activated. See Figure 5-2.
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, return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position.
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING
position or STOP position or
b. The operator leaves the seat.
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