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OPERATING
3.
On Automatic Models:
Pull out on free-wheeling lever
(B).
4. Push machine to desired location.
5.
On Automatic Models:
Push free-wheeling lever back
in.
Unplugging Mower or Optional Bagger
Before getting off the seat:
1. Stop machine.
2. Disengage mower blades.
3. Move throttle lever to slow (
t
) position.
4. Lower mower to the ground.
5. Lock the park brake.
6. Stop the engine.
7. Remove the key.
8. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
Transporting Machine on Trailer
Be sure trailer has all the necessary lights and signs
required by law.
1. Drive forward onto heavy-duty trailer.
2. Lower mower to trailer deck.
3. Lock park brake.
4. Fasten lawn tractor to trailer with heavy-duty straps,
chains, or cables. Both front and rear straps must be
directed down and outward from tractor.
5. Strap down hood.
Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment
This tractor is not intended for use with ground engaging
equipment such as a rear tiller, disk, plow or rear mounted
scraper blade.
Using Wheel Weights
• Install front wheel weights for added stability and
steering control when you use equipment such as the rear-
mounted grass bagger.
• Install rear wheel weights when using the front blade or
snowthrower.
• Remove wheel weights when not required.
Using Tire Chains
Tire chains are recommended for use with snowthrower
and, under certain conditions, the front blade.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The transmission
might be damaged if the free-wheeling lever is not
pushed back in completely before attempting to
start the engine. DO NOT start or operate the
machine with the free-wheeling lever pulled out.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are
dangerous:
• Park the machine safely and lock the park
brake before getting off the seat.
• Turn the mower off.
• Stop the engine.
B
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Transmission damage
may occur if the machine is moved or towed
incorrectly:
• Move unit by hand only.
• Do not use another vehicle to move unit.
• Do not tow unit.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! This tractor is not
intended for use with ground engaging equipment.
Use of such equipment could result in damage to
transmission components.
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