Operation
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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 the tractor. Contact your dealer.
The safety interlock system prevents the engine from •
cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged,
and the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is in the disengaged
(OFF) position.
The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves •
the seat before engaging the parking brake.
The electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically •
shuts off if the operator leaves the tractor’s seat with the
PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position,
regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged.
With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position, •
the electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically
shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob 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.
Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.1.
Place the PTO/Blade Engage lever to OFF position.2.
Engage the tractor’s parking brake .3.
Push the choke control upward into the choke on position.4.
NOTE: If the engine is warmed up, it may not be necessary
to place the choke control in the choke position.
Move the throttle control lever to midway between the 5.
FAST and SLOW positions.
NOTE: When operating the tractor be certain that the
throttle lever is always in the FAST (rabbit) position.
Operating with the throttle at less than full throttle may
lead to shortened battery life.
Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position. 6.
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.
After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control.7.
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.
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
If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade Engage 1.
lever in the OFF position.
Place the throttle control near the SLOW position2.
Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position.3.
Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent 4.
unintended starting.
Reverse Caution Mode
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch 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 AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.
• AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.
• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP.
• IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S)
AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY.
• KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND
SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACE AND WORKING.
• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).
• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.
• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE
PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).
• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S POSITION, DISENGAGE
BLADE(S), ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE, SHUT OFF AND
REMOVE KEY.
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