13
S
ection
4 — c
ontrolS
& F
eatureS
Fuel Tank Cap
The fuel tank cap is located near the middle of the LH console.
Turn the fill cap approximately 1⁄4 turn and pull upward to
remove. The fuel cap is tethered to the tractor to prevent its loss.
Do not attempt to remove the cap from the tractor. Fill tank to
the bottom of the filler neck, allowing some space in the tank for
fuel expansion. Do not overfill the tank.
Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn
approximately 1⁄4 turn clockwise to tighten Always re-install the
fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing.
WARNING!
Never fill the fuel tank when the engine
is running. If the engine is hot from recently running,
allow to cool for several minutes before refueling.
Highly flammable gasoline could splash onto the
engine and cause a fire.
Fuel Lever Indicator
The Fuel Level Indicator is located on the LH console and
indicates the amount of fuel in the gas tank.
Throttle/Choke Control (If so equipped)
The throttle/choke control is located on the LH console
to the left of the operator’s seat. When set in a given
position, a uniform engine speed will be maintained.
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Push the throttle/choke control handle forward
to increase the engine speed. The tractor is
designed to operate with the throttle/choke
control in the fast position (full throttle) when
the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is
engaged.
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Pull the throttle/choke control handle rearward to
decrease the engine speed.
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When starting the engine, push the control handle fully
forward into the “CHOKE” position.
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After starting and warming the engine, move the control
handle rearward until you feel it move past the choke
detent.
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Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the RH console
to the right of the operator’s seat. The ignition
switch has three positions as follows:
STOP
— The engine and electrical system is
turned off.
RUN — The tractor electrical system is energized.
START — The starter motor will turn over the engine. Release
the key immediately when the engine starts
NOTE:
To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge,
remove the key from the ignition switch when the tractor is not
in use.
Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch
The PTO switch is located on the RH console to
the right of the operator’s seat.
The PTO switch operates the electric PTO
clutch mounted on the bottom of the engine
crankshaft. Pull the switch knob upward to
engage the PTO clutch, or push the knob
downward to disengage the clutch.
The PTO switch must be in the “disengaged”
position when starting the engine.
Transmission Bypass Rods (Not Visible)
The transmission bypass rods (one for each the RH and LH
transmission) are located beneath the frame platform, just inside
each rear wheel.
When engaged, the two rods open a bypass within the
hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to be pushed
short distances by hand. Refer to Maintenance & Adjustments for
instructions on using the bypass feature.
CAUTION:
Never tow your tractor. Towing the
tractor with the rear wheels on the ground may
cause severe damage to the transmissions.
Cup Holder
The cup holder is located toward the rear of the RH console to
the right of the operator’s seat.
Storage Tray
The storage tray is located at the rear of the RH console.
Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Seen)
The seat adjustment lever is located below the front/left of the
seat. The lever allows for adjustment of the fore to aft position
of the operator’s seat. Refer to Maintenance & Adjustments for
instructions on adjusting the seat position.
