Controls & Operation
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† — If equipped
Choke/MIL †
Deck Lift Pedal
Deck Height Index
Parking Brake Lever
Hydrostatic
Bypass Lever
Fuel Gauge †
Fuel Tank Cap
Fuel Tank Cap
Fuel Gauge †
Fuel Gauge †
Throttle †
Ignition
Hour Meter &
Service Minder
PTO Switch
Power Bagger Assist
Receptacle
Accessory Switch
Receptacles
Fuel Valve
Fuel Valve
RH & LH Drive Control Levers
Cup Holder
Figure 3-1
Note: All references in this manual to the left or
right side and front or back of the machine are
from the operating position only. Exceptions, if
any, will be specified.
Note: This Operator’s Manual covers several models.
Tractor 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.
RH and LH Drive Control Levers
The RH and LH control levers are located on
each side of the operator’s seat. These hinged
levers pivot outward to open space to permit
the operator to either sit in the tractor seat, or
to dismount the tractor. The levers must be fully
opened out and in the neutral position to start the
tractor engine.
Each lever controls the respective RH or LH
transmission. These levers control all of the
movements of the tractor. Driving and steering
utilizing these control levers is quite different
from conventional tractors, and will take some
practice to master. Refer to Driving the Tractor for
instructions on using the control levers.
Transmission Bypass Lever
The transmission bypass lever is located next to
the LH console to the left of the operator’s seat.
When engaged the valves open a bypass within
the hydrostatic transmissions. Refer to the
Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions on
using the bypass feature.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is located
on the RH console to the
rear of the throttle control.
The ignition switch has three
positions as follows:
OFF — The engine and electrical system are
turned off.
ON — The tractor electrical system is energized.
START — The starter motor will turn over the
engine. Release the key immediately when the
engine starts.
Note: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery
discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch
when the tractor is not in use.
Power Take-Off (PTO) Knob
The PTO 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
“OFF” position when starting the engine.
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Hour Meter & Service Minder
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The hour meter and service minder is located
on the RH console to the right of the operator’s
seat. It records the hours that the tractor has
been operated, engine speed (RPM), and service
reminders (oil, lube) in the digital display.
The hour meter and service minder is activated
whenever the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position. Keep a record of the actual hours
of operation to assure all maintenance procedures
are completed according to the instructions in
this Operator’s Manual and the Engine Operator’s
Manual. The hour meter and service minder is
equipped with a MODE button that can toggle
between available functions and can be used
to reset service alerts. Press and hold the MODE
button for three (3) seconds while in service alert
mode or when in a service alarm mode to reset.
Note: When the ignition key is out of the STOP
position the hourglass symbol is illuminated/
blinks to indicate it is recording the hours of
tractor operation, regardless of whether the
engine is started.
Throttle
Manual Throttle (If equipped)
The throttle control is located on the RH
console to the right of the operator’s seat.
When set in a given position, a uniform
engine speed will be maintained. The
throttle control moves between the fast
and slow positions.
Push the throttle control handle forward
to increase the engine speed. The tractor
is designed to operate with the throttle
control in the fast position (full
throttle) when the tractor is being driven
and the mower deck is engaged.
Pull the throttle control handle rearward
to decrease the engine speed.
Electronic Throttle (E-Governor) Knob (If equipped)
The electronic throttle (E-governor) knob
is used to control engine speed and
RPM’s. It also helps control fuel efficiency.
The electronic throttle knob can be
rotated between an ECONOMY
mode and a MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE
mode. The Economy mode is used
for basic transportation of the tractor
with the PTO disengaged and uses the
least fuel. The Maximum Performance
mode should be used when the PTO
is engaged and uses the most fuel.
The tractor should be started in the
STARTING POSITION, but should always
be in the MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE
mode when the PTO/deck is
being used. The tractor will run in any
position between the two modes, but mowing
quality may suffer if mowing is done at less than
MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE.
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