OPERATION 5
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5.6 DRIVING _________________________________________________________________
Read and follow all safety instructions contained in this manual when you drive the mower. When you operate in the
reverse direction, look behind you to make sure you have a clear path.
IMPORTANT: Equipment must meet the current regulations to be driven on the public roads.
Push the mow switch to the OFF position and lift the cutting implements to the transport position.
5.7 TRACTION MODES ________________________________________________________
This mower has three traction modes, two wheel drive (2WD), all wheel drive (AWD) and momentary four wheel drive
(4WD). The mower only operates in 2WD when driving in the reverse direction.
When the mow switch is in the OFF position, the mower is in 2WD mode. Drive pressure is only applied to the front two
wheels. The 4WD valve allows oil to flow between the rear motor ports when the mower is in 2WD mode. This provides
no driving force to the rear wheel motors, but allows the motors to rotate as the mower travels forward.
When the mow switch is in the ON position, the mower is in AWD mode. Drive pressure is applied in parallel to all four
wheels. If one tire is slipping, the other tires may not supply enough driving force to move the mower.
When the momentary 4WD mode is activated on the visual display, the mower is in 4WD mode. Drive pressure is
applied to the front wheels then the rear wheels. If a front tire is slipping, the rear tires will continue to supply driving
force to the mower. 4WD mode is only active when the button is held down. When the button is released, the mower
will return to 2WD or AWD mode, depending on the position of the mow switch.
5.8 MOWING SPEED __________________________________________________________
The cutting quality is improved at speeds lower than the transport speed of the mower. A mow speed of 7 mph (11.2
km/hr) is set at the factory and is correct for most conditions. The local turf conditions may need a different speed. If an
adjustment is needed, See Section 4.2.6.32.
5.9 MOWING_________________________________________________________________________
To mow:
1. To mow, the throttle mode must be set to either manual or automatic mode. Mow function is disabled in Garage
mode.
2. Lower the cutting implements with the lift/lower joystick.
3. To engage the cutting implements, press the front of the mow switch.
4. Release the parking brake and drive in a forward direction. When the mow switch is in the ON position, the
mower traction will be in all wheel drive (AWD).
5. Drive at a speed compatible with the surface and slope you are cutting. When you operate at high speed, danger
is increased and the quality of cut will be compromised.
WARNING
To prevent injuries, when the cutting implement blades rotate, keep your hands, feet and clothing away from the
cutting implement.
NEVER use your hands to clean the cutting implements. Use a brush to remove grass from the blades. The blades
can be sharp and can cause injury.
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