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14
OPERATION
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 Maintenance section of the Engine Operator’s Manual.
Low Oil (If so equipped)
The letters “LO” followed by the letters “OIL”, then followed by the meter’s accumulated
time will indicate the tractor is low on oil. When an engine is not running and
immediately after the engine is started the oil pressure may be low. This can trigger
the “LO” “OIL” text. This is normal. If the low oil indication persists stop the tractor
immediately and check the engine oil level as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual.
NOTE: The “LOW OIL” function only works if the engine is equipped with an
oil pressure switch.
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 Service 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 50 hours. This air filter service
minder time interval will be every 50 hours. On intervals that are common with oil
service, the oil message will be displayed first followed by the air filter message.
Operation
WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death. Go up and down slopes, not across. Avoid
sudden turns. Do not operate the tractor where it could slip or tip. If machine
stops going uphill, stop the PTO and back down the hill safely. Keep safety
devices (guards, shields and switches) in place and working. Remove objects
that could be thrown by the blades. Know the location and function of all
controls. Be sure the blades and the engine are stopped before placing hands
or feet near blades. Before leaving the operator’s position, disengage the
PTO, engage parking brake, shut off the engine and remove the key.
Safety Interlock Switches
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the
operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate tractor.
Contact your authorized service dealer.
• The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting
unless the parking brake is engaged, and the PTO is in the DISENGAGED (OFF)
position.
• The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before
engaging the parking brake.
• The PTO clutch will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor’s
seat with the PTO in the ENGAGED (ON) position, regardless of whether the
parking brake is engaged
• With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING
position, the PTO
clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO is moved into the ENGAGED (ON)
position with the drive pedal in position for reverse travel.
WARNING
Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This system
was designed for your safety and protection.
Starting the Engine
WARNING
Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This
system was designed for your safety and protection.
NOTE: Refer to the Assembly & Set-up section of this manual for Gasoline and Oil
fill-up instructions.
1. Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.
2. Place the PTO in the disengaged (OFF) position.
3. Fully engage the tractor’s brake.
4. Move the throttle/choke control into the CHOKE position.
NOTE: If the engine is warmed up, it may not be necessary to choke the engine.
5. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position. After the engine
starts, release the key. It will return to the NORMAL MOWING
position.
CAUTION
Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a
time. Doing so may cause damage to your engine’s electric starter.
6. After the engine starts, move the throttle/choke control (if so equipped)
down into the FAST position or push the choke control (if so equipped)
down/in the OFF position.
NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tractor. Doing
so will result in a “rich” fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly and
can damage the engine.
NOTE: When operating the tractor be certain that the throttle lever is always
in the FAST position. Operating with the throttle at less than full throttle
may lead to shortened battery life.
Stopping the Engine
WARNING
If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine and disconnect the spark
plug wire(s). Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the
damage before restarting and operating.
1. If the blades are ENGAGED (ON), place the PTO in the DISENGAGED (OFF)
position.
2. Place the throttle near the SLOW
position.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position.
5. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting.
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