OPERATION ,,,Jl nl,,nulun i un, II n UU,ulnlun,n, i i The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 8) TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever_ Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
° Move gearshift lever to desired position° Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal Pedalshould remain in "BRAKE" position Make sure parking brake will hold vehicle secure, STOPPING (See Fig.
8) MOWER BLADES - ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED"POSITION Move attachment dutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po- sition, IGNITION KEY GROUND DRIVE- Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.. CHOKE CONTROL Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position ENGINE - THROTTLE POSITION CONTRt Move throttle control to slow (,_) position NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (,_) position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire".. PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.
"BRAKE" GEARSHIFT POSITION LEVER Never use choke to stop engine, HEIGHT CLUTCH/BRAKE ADJUSTMENT "DISENGAGED" PEDAL"DRIVE" POSITION POSITION NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. FIG, 8 CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust- ment knob in desired direction. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig.
8) Turn knob clockwise (f'-_) to raise cutting height.. Always operate engine at full throttle. Turn knob counterclockwise (_',)to lower cutting height. * Operating engine at tess than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2"to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the coot season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- mance.. TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig, 8) Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine. , To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disengage 12