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11Section 3 — controlS & operation
Shift Lever (If Equipped)
Foot Control CVT & CVT
The shift lever is located on the left side of the fender
and has three positions; FORWARD (F), NEUTRAL (N)
and REVERSE (R). The brake pedal must be depressed
and the lawn tractor must not be in motion when
moving the shift lever. See Figure 3-2.
Important: Never force the shift lever. Doing so
may result in serious damage to the lawn tractor’s
transmission.
Figure 3-2
Drive Pedal (If Equipped)
Foot Control CVT
The drive pedal is located on the right
side of the lawn tractor, along the
running board. Depress the drive pedal
forward and the lawn tractor will move
in the direction that the shift lever is
engaged in. To cause the lawn tractor to
travel forward, while at a complete stop,
move the shift lever into the FORWARD
(F) position. Gradually step on the drive pedal and the
lawn tractor will begin to move forward. To move in
REVERSE (R), follow the same procedure only move the
shift lever into the REVERSE (R) position.
The ground speed is controlled with the drive pedal.
The further forward that the pedal is pivoted, the
faster the lawn tractor will travel. The pedal will return
to its original position when it’s not depressed. Refer
to Driving the Lawn Tractor on page 12 for detailed
instructions regarding the drive pedal.
Important: Always set the parking brake when
leaving the lawn tractor unattended.
Headlights
The headlights are located on the front of the lawn
tractor.
• On some models, the lamps are ON when the
lawn tractor’s engine is running.
• On some models, the lamps are ON whenever
the ignition key is moved out of the STOP
position.
• On all models, the lamps turn OFF when the
ignition key is moved to the STOP position.
Ignition Switch Module
The lawn tractor will have one of the following
ignition switches. Refer to Figure 3-3 to identify which
switch your machine utilizes and follow the applicable
instructions for proper operation.
3-Position Ignition Switch (If Equipped)
The ignition switch is used to start the engine. Insert
key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the
START position. Release the key into the ON position
once engine has fired. See Figure 3-3A. The engine will
run with the headlights ON.
To stop the engine, turn the key counter-clockwise
to the OFF position. See Figure 3-3A.
Ignition Switch Module (If Equipped)
To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition
switch and turn clockwise to the START position.
Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE
position once the engine has fired. The headlights will
be activated in the NORMAL (and REVERSE CAUTION
MODES).
To stop the engine, turn the key counter-clockwise to
the OFF or STOP position. See Figure 3-3B.
WARNING
Never leave a running machine unattended. Always disengage
PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop
engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
Important: Prior to operating the lawn tractor, refer
to both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The
Engine in the Operation section of this manual for
detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch
Module and operating the lawn tractor in REVERSE
CAUTION MODE.
Off
On/Lights
Start
A
B
Start
position
Indicator
Light
Reverse
Push
Button
Normal
Driving
Mode
Stop
position
Reverse
Caution
Mode
Position
Figure 3-3
Deck Lift Lever
The deck lift lever is located on the lawn
tractor’s right fender. It is used to change
the height of the cutting deck. To use,
move the lever to the left, then place in the
position best suited for your application.
PTO Lever
The PTO Lever is located on the lawn
tractor’s right fender. It is used to engage
power to the cutting deck or other optional
attachments. To operate, move the lever all
the way forward. Moving the lever all the
way rearward into the PTO OFF position
disengages power to the cutting deck or
attachment.
Note: The PTO lever must be in the
disengaged (PTO OFF) position when
starting the engine.
Safety Interlock Switches
This lawn tractor is equipped with a safety interlock
system for the protection of the operator. If the
interlock system malfunctions, do not operate the lawn
tractor. Contact an authorized service dealer.
• The safety interlock system prevents the engine
from cranking or starting unless the parking
brake is engaged, and the PTO lever is in the
disengaged (PTO OFF) position.
• The engine will automatically shut OFF if the
operator leaves the seat before engaging the
parking brake.
• The engine will automatically shut OFF if the
operator leaves the lawn tractor’s seat with the
PTO lever in the engaged (PTO ON) position,
regardless of whether the parking brake is
engaged.
3-Position Ignition Switch (If Equipped)
• The engine will automatically shut OFF if the
PTO lever is moved into the engaged (PTO
ON) position with the speed control lever in
REVERSE (R) position.
Ignition Switch Module (If Equipped)
• With the ignition key in the NORMAL DRIVING
MODE position, the engine will automatically
shut OFF if the PTO lever is moved into the
engaged (PTO ON) position with the speed
control in REVERSE (R) position.
WARNING
Do not operate the lawn tractor if the interlock system is
malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and
protection.
Reverse Caution Mode (If Equipped)
WARNING
Use extreme caution while operating the lawn tractor in the
REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always look down and behind before
and during lawn tractor backing. Do not operate the lawn
tractor when children or others are around. Stop the lawn
tractor immediately if someone enters the area.
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the ignition
switch module allows the lawn tractor to be operated
in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged.
Important: Mowing in the reverse direction is not
recommended.
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