5 OPERATION
GB-16
5.6 TO DRIVE / TRANSPORT____________________________________________________
Read and follow all safety notes contained in this manual
when driving or transporting tractor. When operating in
reverse look behind you to ensure you have a clear path.
Important: If this tractor is driven on public roads, it must
comply with federal, state and local ordinances. Contact
local authorities for regulations and equipment
requirements.
To raise mowers to their transport position:
Set PTO switch to OFF (center position). Pull mower lever
back. Hold lever until mowers are up and lift arms are in their
fully raised (transport) position.
Important: The mow switch should be OFF (center position)
while transporting tractor.
5.7 MOWING_________________________________________________________________
To mow:
1. Set PTO switch to its ON (Up) position. This also sets
the mower lever to automatic mode. See Mower Lift
Lever, page 8.
2. Press mower lever forward momentarily to lower
mowers. Mowers will begin turning automatically when
cutting units have lowered.
3. To lift mowers, pull mower lever back and release.
Mowers will stop turning and raise to their crosscut
position. To lift mowers to their transport position
continue to hold lever until mowers are completely
raised.
4. Activate traction control (R) as required to improve
weight distribution between decks and tractor. [See
4.3]
Always mow with the engine at full throttle.
To install mulching plate:
An optional mulching plate can be used instead of the rear
discharge chute. Do not operate mower without rear
discharge chute or mulching plate installed.
1. Place PTO switch in OFF (down) position, lower mow-
ers to the ground, engage parking brake and stop
engine.
2. Remove three nuts securing discharge chute to mower
housing.
3. Remove discharge chute and assemble mulching
plate. Secure with three nuts remove previously. Store
the discharge chute in a safe location for future use.
5.8 MOWING SPEED __________________________________________________________
Cutting quality is better at speeds well below the transport
speed of the tractor. An initial mow speed of 6 to 7 MPH (10
to 11 kph) is set at the factory and should be satisfactory for
most cutting conditions. Local turf conditions however may
respond better to a different speed. If an adjustment is
needed, refer to the Parts and Maintenance manual.
WARNING
To prevent serious injuries, keep hands, feet and
clothing away from cutting unit when the blades are
moving.
NEVER use your hands to clean cutting units. Use a
brush to remove grass clippings from blades. Blades
can be sharp and could cause injuries.
DO NOT operate mowers without rear discharge
chutes or mulching plate installed.
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