Section 4— controlS & FeatureS18
Deck Height Index
4.50"
3.
5
0"
2.50"
1.
5
0"
4.75"
3.75"
2.75
"
1.75"
5
"
4
"
3"
2"
1"
3.25"
4.25"
2.25
"
1.2
5
"
The deck height index consists of several holes located on the 
left of the foot platform. Each hole corresponds to a ⁄” change in 
the deck height position ranging from 1” at the lowest  notch to 
5” at the highest notch.
Deck Lift Pedal
The deck lift pedal is located on the left front corner of the foot 
platform, and is used to raise and lower the mower deck.
To raise the mowing deck to the transport position, push the pedal 
all the way forward until the deck lock rod snaps into position. To 
remove the deck from the transport position push forward on the 
deck lift pedal and pull up on the deck lock rod. To position the 
deck push the pedal all the way forward, remove the clevis pin and 
reinsert it in the desired cutting height and slowly release pressure 
on the pedal until you reach the clevis pin.
Deck Lift Release Lever
The deck lift release lever is located on the left side of the 
operator’s seat and is used to lock the deck in the transport 
position. Press down on the deck lift pedal and lift up on the 
deck lift release lever to release the deck.
Transmission Oil Expansion Reservoir (Not Shown)
The transmission oil expansion reservoir is connected by hoses 
to the RH and LH transmission assemblies, and is located under 
the seat. The function of the reservoir is to hold the natural 
expansion of transmission oil that occurs as the transmission 
warms up during operation. DO NOT FILL THE RESERVOIR. 
Under normal operating conditions, no oil should be added 
to the reservoir. The COLD oil level should be no higher than 
approximately ⁄” above the bottom of the reservoir.
NOTE: Prior to the initial operation of the tractor, the oil level in 
the reservoir may be slightly higher than the maximum due to air 
in the oil lines. Operation of the tractor will eventually purge the 
air from the lines and the oil level will settle to the maximum.
Steering Column Adjustment Lever
The steering column adjustment lever is located on the right 
side of the steering column. To adjust the angle of the steering 
column rotate the lever down, move the steering column to 
the desired position and then rotate the lever up to lock it into 
position. 
NOTE: Be sure that the steering column adjustment lever is tight 
to prevent the column from moving when operating the tractor.
Fuel Gauge
There is a fuel gauge on top of each 
of the two fuel tanks and measures 
the fuel level in each tank.
Fuel Valve (Not Shown)
The fuel valve is located behind the 
seat on the right side of the frame. 
The valve switches the fuel flow 
from the right and left tank and also 
can shut of fuel flow to the engine. 
Rotate the valve to the right to open 
the flow from the right fuel tank. 
Rotate the valve to the left to open 
the flow from the left tank. To shut off fuel from both tanks rotate 
the valve 90° towards the front of the tractor. See the Operation 
section for more information on using the fuel valve.
Accessory Switch Receptacles
The three receptacles for 
optional accessories are 
on the RH console. See the 
Attachments & Accessories 
section for information. The 
receptacles are for switches 
for an optional electric deck 
lift, lights and/or an auxiliary switch.
Tool Box
The tool box is located on the right side of the tractor between 
the seat and the console.
Auxiliary Power Point (Not Shown)
The auxiliary power point is a 12V DC outlet and is located inside 
the toolbox on the right side of the seat.
NOTE: Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. 
Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will 
damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type 
of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use 
of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your 
warranty. Do not use the power point for operating a cigarette 
lighter element.
LEFT
FUEL 
TANK
RIGHT
FUEL 
TANK
OFF
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AUX. LIGHTS
LIFT