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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Gear Selector
The transmission gear selector (1)
is located on the right side of
the vehicle directly above and
forward of the engine recoil
starter.
To change gears, stop the
vehicle, and with the engine
idling, move the lever to the
desired gear. Do not attempt to
shift gears with engine speed
above idle or while the vehicle
is moving.
Always place the transmission
in gear with the parking brake locked whenever the vehicle is left
unattended.
Maintaining shift linkage adjustment is important to assure proper
transmission function. See your dealer if you experience any shifting
problems.
Belt Life
To exte nd belt life, use low for wa rd gea r in heavy pulling situations and
whe n operating at less tha n seven miles per hour for exte nded per iods of
time.
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Shifting gears with the engine speed above idle or while the
vehicle is moving could cause transmission damage.
To change gears, stop the vehicle, and with the engine idling,
move the lever to the desired gear. Depress the auxiliary brake if
shifting into HIGH or PARK.
CAUTION