OPERATION
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Detaching Implements
CAUTION: Always use POSITION CON-
TROL to attach/detach Implements to
provide precise control of hitch.
FIG. 4-22: Select a level area to detach and store the
implement. Lower implement to ground by moving
position control lever to DOWN. If necessary, adjust
leveling turn buckle on right lift rod to level implement
on ground.
Shut off engine, securely lock brakes and remove key
from Tractor.
Disconnect implement PTO drive shaft (as applicable).
Detach top link from implement and place in storage
position on Tractor by engaging spring on top link in
slot in rear center panel.
NOTE: Lengthening or shortening of top link may
be required to permit disconnection from
implement.
Disconnect lower links from implement pins.Make sure
lower links stabilizers, 1, are readjusted to prevent
tire interference.
Take position in operator’s seat, start engine and drive
tractor clear of implement.
Cutting Height Control Knob
FIG. 4-23: Cutting height control knob, 1, adjusts the
cutting height for mid mount mower deck. Turning
knob clockwise will drop the cutting height of mower
deck and counterclockwise will raise the cutting height
of mower deck.
CAUTION: When operating without mid
mount mower deck, the linkage for mower
deck must be in fully up position by using
position control lever. Also, Turn the cut-
ting height control knob to counterclock-
wise and to set highest position.
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1
FIG. 4-22
FIG. 4-23