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TO MOW WITH UNIT
Operate the unit only when seated in the operator’s
position.
1. Start the engine. Let the engine warm until it is
running smoothly.
2. Release parking brake.
3. Move the control levers to the neutral position.
4. Slow the engine down to about 3/4 speed.
5. Move the PTO switch to the “On” position to engage
the mower.
IMPORTANT: Never engage the PTO if the mower is
plugged with grass or other material. This may cause
damage to the electric clutch.
6. Move throttle control to fast.
7. Move the control levers forward to obtain a slow
ground speed.
8. To disengage the mower, move the PTO switch to the
“Off” position.
9. When you know how to operate the unit, select a
speed appropriate to your mowing conditions.
PARKING
To park the unit:
1. Move the control levers to the neutral position. Turn
off PTO.
2. Move the throttle lever to the “Slow” position.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Turn the ignition key to the “Off” position and remove
the key.
MOVING THE UNIT WITH THE ENGINE OFF
To move the unit without the engine running, rotate the
bypass valve (dump valve) levers located on the pumps
toward the center of the tractor approximately 1/2 turn
using a wrench. Levers must be returned to their original
position in order to operate the unit. (Figure 6)
WARNING
Move the steering control levers slowly and keep the
throttle control lever at slow speed until you learn how
to operate the unit.
1. Left Bypass Valve Lever
2. Right Bypass Valve Lever
Figure 6
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Front of unit