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OPERATION
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
(See Fig. 9)
The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the
cutting height.
Fig. 9
• Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.
The cutting height range is approximately 1" to 4". The
heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights are approximate
and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of
grass and types of grass being mowed.
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately
2-1/2" during the cool season and to over 3" during hot
months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow
often and after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height
should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively
high; the second to desired height.
TO OPERATE MOWER
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with
the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will
shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally
positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitat-
ing or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,
rolling terrain or hills.
• Select desired height of cut with attachment lift lever.
• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch
control.
TO STOP MOWER BLADES
• Disengage attachment clutch control.
_ CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector
shield (S) in place (See Fig. 10).
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Fig. 10
REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System
(ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse
direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the
engine unless ignition key is placed inthe ROS "ON" position.
,all'WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en-
gaged wh!le mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the
ROS ON, to allow reverse operation with the attachment
clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator
decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the
attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless
absolutely necessary.
USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM =
• Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold.
• With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise
to ROS "ON" position.
• Look down and behind before backing.
• Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) position and slowly
release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.
• When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the
ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.
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ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION
(NORMAL OPERATING)
TO OPERATE ON HILLS
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hills with slopes greater than 15° and
do not drive across any slope.
• Choosetheslowestspeed beforestartingupordownhills.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.
• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake
pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.
• Movegearshift levertolstgear. Besureyouhaveallowed
room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement.
• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and
clutch/brake pedal.
• Make all turns slowly.
TO TRANSPORT
Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment
lift control.
When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift
lever is in neutral (N) position.
Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting
your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed
and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying
hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).
TOWING CARTS AN D OTH ER ATTACH M ENTS
Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and
comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac-
tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load,
while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.
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