For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height shouldbe mowed twice. Make the first cut rela- tively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed. To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. Slowly move motion control lever to slo_Nest setting. Make all turns slowly. Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operatingposition.
Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain condi- tions. Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUI-rlNG HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). With mower in desired height of cut po- sition, gauge wheels should be assem- bled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8- 16 Iocknut and tighten securely. Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.
Attachment Clutch Attachment Lift Lever "En( Lever High Position Position =Disengaged" Low Position TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling posi- tion. FTeewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position. Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. 3/8-16 o_ Locknut _ -.
Gauge Wheel Mounting 3/8 Washer """ J Gaug_ Shoulder Bolt TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine runnmgand the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. Select desired height of cut. Lower mower with attachment lift con- trol. Start mower blades by engaging attach- ment clutch control. TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- gage attachment clutch control. _ OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual.
Choose the slowest speed before start- ing up or down hills. Avoid stopping or changing speed on NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure heed is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom- mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and tion and engage parking brake, cause you to lose control of your tractor. 14 hills.
If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. If stopping is absolutely necessary, pusl'f clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-