Operation
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WARNING! Avoid serious injury or death. Go up
and down slopes, not across. Avoid sudden turns.
Do not operate the tractor where it could slip or tip.
If machine stops going uphill, stop the PTO and back
down the hill safely. Keep safety devices (guards,
shields and switches) in place and working. Remove
objects that could be thrown by the blades. Know
the location and function of all controls. Be sure the
blades and the engine are stopped before placing
hands or feet near blades. Before leaving the
operator’s position, disengage the PTO, engage
parking brake, shut off the engine and remove the key.
Safety Interlock Switches
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the
protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever
malfunction, do not operate tractor. Contact your authorized dealer.
• The safety interlock system prevents the engine from
cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged,
the PTO is in the DISENGAGED (OFF) position and the
operator is in the seat.
• The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves
the seat before engaging the parking brake.
• On electric PTO models, the PTO clutch will automatically
shut off if the operator leaves the tractor’s seat with the
PTO in the ENGAGED (ON) position, regardless of whether
the parking brake is engaged. On Manual PTO models, the
PTO will disengage if the operator leaves the tractor’s seat
with the PTO in the ENGAGED (ON) position, regardless of
whether the parking brake is engaged.
• With the tractor in the normal mowing mode, the PTO
clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO is moved into
the ENGAGED (ON) position with the drive pedal in position
for reverse travel.
WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
Starting the Engine
WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
NOTE: Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for
Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.
1. Place the PTO in the DISENGAGED (OFF) position (See page
19 for electric PTO & page 20 for manual PTO tractors).
2. Fully engage the tractor’s brake (See page 19).
3. Move the throttle into the FAST position.
4. Insert the ignition key and press the ignition key.
NOTE: When operating the tractor be certain that the
throttle lever is always in the FAST position. Operating
with the throttle at less than full throttle may lead to
shortened battery life.
Stopping the Engine
WARNING! If you strike a foreign object, stop the
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage.
Repair the damage before restarting and operating
1. If the blades are ENGAGED (ON), place the PTO in the
DISENGAGED (OFF) position.
2. Place the throttle near the SLOW position.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Press or remove the ignition key.
Reverse Caution Mode
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.
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