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15
OPERATION
Reverse Caution Mode
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the ignition module allows the
tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged.
NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
WARNING
Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION
MODE
. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around. Stop the
tractor immediately if someone enters the area.
To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE
:
NOTE: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.
1. Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous page.
2. Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING
(Green) position to the
REVERSE CAUTION MODE
(Yellow) position of the ignition module.
See Figure 11.
Start
position
Indicator
Light
Reverse
Push
Button
Normal
Driving
Mode
Stop
position
Reverse
Caution
Mode
Position
Figure 11
3. Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON at the top, right corner of the ignition
module. The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the ignition module
will be ON while activated. See Figure 11.
4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be driven in reverse with
the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.
5. Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no
children are around. After resuming forward motion, return key to the
NORMAL MOWING
position.
6. The REVERSE CAUTION MODE
will remain activated until:
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING
position or
STOP
position or
b. The operator leaves the seat (electric PTO)/the parking brake is set
(manual PTO).
Driving The Tractor
WARNING
Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops.
1. Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake. Move the throttle
into the FAST position.
2. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the forward drive pedal forward until the
desired speed is achieved. See Figure 12.
Forward
Reverse
Figure 12
3. To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress
the reverse drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 12.
CAUTION
Do NOT attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in
motion. Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before changing from
forward to reverse or vice versa.
WARNING
Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO in the
DISENGAGED (OFF) position and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the
tractor unattended, also turn the engine off and remove the ignition key.
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