10 Section 3 — controlS & operation
Transmission Bypass Rods (F)
The transmission bypass rods (one for each the RH
and LH transmission) are located on the rear of the
tractor, just inside each rear wheel.
When engaged, the two rods open a bypass within
the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the
tractor to be pushed short distances by hand. Refer
to the Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions
on using the bypass feature.
CAUTION
Never tow your tractor. Towing the tractor with the rear
wheels on the ground may cause severe damage to the
transmissions.
Cup Holder (G)
The cup holder is located on the top of the console.
Storage Tray (H)
The storage tray is located to the rear of the console.
Seat Adjustment Lever (I)
The seat adjustment lever is located under
the seat. The seat adjustment lever allows for
adjustment forward or backward of the operator’s
seat. Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for
instructions on adjusting the seat position.
Fuel Tank Cap (J)
Turn the fill cap approximately ⁄ turn and pull
upward to remove. The fuel cap is tethered to the
tractor to prevent its loss. Do not attempt to remove
the cap from the tractor. Fill tank to ½” below the
bottom of the filler neck, allowing some space in
the tank for fuel expansion. Do not overfill the tank.
Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck
and turn approximately ⁄ turn clockwise to tighten.
Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel
tank after removing.
WARNING
Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running. If
the engine is hot from recently running, allow to cool
for several minutes before refueling. Highly flammable
gasoline could splash onto the engine and cause a fire.
Fuel Level Window (K)
The fuel level window is located outside of the
console and shows the level of fuel in the gas tank.
Throttle/Choke Control Lever or Throttle
Control (L)
Throttle/Choke Control (If equipped)
When set in a given position, a
uniform engine speed will be
maintained.
• Push the throttle/choke control
handle forward to increase the
engine speed. The tractor is
designed to operate with the
throttle/choke control in the
fast position (full throttle) when
the tractor is being driven and
the mower deck is engaged.
• Pull the throttle/choke control
handle rearward to decrease
the engine speed.
• When starting the engine, push
the control handle fully forward into the
“CHOKE” position.
• After starting and warming the engine,
move the control handle rearward until you
feel it move past the choke detent.
Throttle Control (If equipped)
When set in a given position, a uniform
engine speed will be maintained.
Push the throttle control handle forward
to increase the engine speed. The tractor
is designed to operate with the throttle
control in the fast position (full throttle)
when the tractor is being driven and the
tractor deck is engaged.
Pull the throttle control handle rearward to
decrease the engine speed.
Choke Control (If equipped) (M)
The choke control determines
the position of the engine choke.
Pull the knob out to choke the
engine; push the knob in to open
the choke.
Hour Meter (N †)
LCD Service Minder & Hour Meter (If so equipped)
When the
key is rotated
out of the
STOP position
but not into
the START
position, the
LCD service
minder & hour
meter will
briefly display
the battery
voltage,
followed by
the tractor’s
accumulated hours.
Note: Hours of tractor operation are recorded any
time the key is rotated out of the STOP position,
regardless of whether the engine is started.
The LCD service minder will remind the operator
of maintenance intervals for changing the engine
oil, air filter service, low engine and low battery
warnings.
Change Oil
The LCD will display the letters “CHG”, followed by
the letters “OIL”, followed by the letters “SOON”,
then finally followed by the meter’s accumulated
time. “CHG/OIL/SOON/TIME” will alternate on
the display for 7 minutes after the meter reaches
50 hours. This oil service minder interval will
occur every 50 hours. Before the interval expires,
change the engine oil as instructed in the Engine
Operator’s Manual
Low Oil
Note: The low oil pressure function only works if
the engine is equipped with an oil pressure switch.
The letters “LO” followed by the letters “OIL”, then
followed by the meter’s accumulated time will
indicate the engine has low oil pressure. This is
common when starting an engine. The indicator
will remain active until the engine sufficiently
builds pressure after starting. If it remains on with
the engine at full speed and after a few minutes
of operation, stop the tractor immediately and
check the engine oil level as instructed in the
Engine Operator’s Manual. If the oil is low, add
as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual. If
the oil level is correct and the indicator persists,
contact an authorized service dealer.
Low Battery
At startup, the battery voltage is briefly displayed
then changes to accumulated hours. The letters “LO”
will display followed by the letters “BATT” and then
followed by the meter’s accumulated time. “LO/
BATT/TIME” is displayed on the LCD when the voltage
drops below 11.5 volts. When this occurs, the battery
is in need of a charge or the engine’s charging system
is not generating sufficient amperage. Charge the
battery as instructed in the Product Care section of
this manual or have the charging system checked by
your local service dealer.
Air Filter Service
The letters “CLN” will display, followed by the
letters “AIR”, followed by “FILT”, then followed
by the meter’s accumulated time. “CLN/AIR/FILT/
TIME” will alternate on the display for 7 minutes
after the meter reaches 25 hours. This air filter
service minder time interval will be every 25 hours.
On intervals that are common with oil service, the
oil message will be displayed first followed by the
air filter message.
LCD Service Minder & Hour Meter w/ Bluetooth®
(If equipped)
Connect your
Bluetooth®
enabled
LCD service
minder & hour
meter to your
smartphone by
downloading
the App
for your
Bluetooth®
capable
Android or iOS
device.
The App’s automated maintenance dashboard
and log will help you keep your machine running
at peak performance and protect your investment
by tracking total hours across the lifetime of your
equipment.
Receive alert notifications when it’s time to perform
essential maintenance tasks. Your dashboard
provides real time monitoring and indicates when
it’s time for you to check or change the oil, air filter,
blades or battery. The App also enables you to
locate and contact service centers, access step-by-
step instructions to perform routine maintenance
and purchase replacement parts directly from your
mobile device.
Simply download the app and follow the quick
step-by-step instructions on how to sync your
mobile device with your equipment.
Headlights (Not shown) (If equipped)
The headlights are located on the front of the
frame. The headlights are ON whenever the
ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position.
The lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is
moved to the STOP position.
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