16
S
ection
4— c
ontrolS
& F
eatureS
Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch
The PTO switch is located on the LH console
to the left of the operator’s seat next to the
ignition switch.
The PTO switch operates the electric PTO
clutch mounted on the bottom of the engine
crankshaft. Pull the 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.
Digital Tachometer and Hour Meter
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The tachometer/hour meter panel is located on the LH console to
the left of the operator’s seat. The hour meter records the hours
that the tractor has been operated in the digital display. The
tachometer provides engine speed (RPM), and service reminders
(oil, lube) in the digital display.
The tachometer/hour meter is activated whenever the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position. Keep a record of the actual
hours of operation to assure all maintenance procedures are
completed according to the instructions in this manual and the
engine manual.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the RH console to the right
of the operator’s seat. When set in a given position, a uniform
engine speed will be maintained. The throttle control moves
between the fast
and slow
positions.
Push the throttle control handle forward to increase the engine
speed. The tractor is designed to operate with the throttle
control in the fast position
(full throttle) when the tractor is
being driven and the mower deck is engaged.
Pull the throttle control handle rearward to decrease the engine
speed.
Choke Knob
The choke knob is located on the right side of
the mower next to the operator’s seat. Pull the
knob out to choke the engine; push the knob in to
open the choke. Having the choke in the ON (up)
position helps the engine to start during initial start-up. During
normal operation the choke should be OFF (down).
CHOKE
Parking Brake Lever
The parking brake lever is located on the LH console to
the left of the operator’s seat. When pulled up it engages
the parking brake and when pushed down it releases the
brake.
NOTE:
If the forward and reverse neutral position when
engaging the parking brake, the engine will stop. The
parking brake must be placed in the engaged position
when starting the tractor engine.
Fuel Tank Cap
The fuel tank caps are located on the top of the left and right
fuel tanks. Turn the fill cap counter-clockwise to remove and
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.
Cup Holder
The cup holder is located on the LH console to the left of the
operator’s seat.
Seat Adjustment Lever
The seat adjustment lever is located below the seat. The lever
allows for adjustment of the fore to aft position of the operator’s
seat. Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions on
adjusting the seat position.
Deck Height Index
4.
50
"
3.
50"
2.
50"
1.
50
"
4.75
"
3.75
"
2.75
"
1.
75
"
5"
4"
3"
2"
1"
3.
25
"
4.
25
"
2.
25
"
1.
25
"
The deck height index consists of several holes located on the
left of the foot platform. Each hole corresponds to a 1⁄4” change in
the deck height position ranging from 1
” at the lowest notch to
5” at the highest notch.
Deck Lift Pedal
The deck lift pedal is located on the left front corner of the foot
platform, and is used to raise and lower the mower deck.
To raise the mowing deck to the transport position, push the pedal
all the way forward until the deck lock rod snaps into position. To
remove the deck from the transport position push forward on the
deck lift pedal and pull up on the deck lock rod. To position the
deck push the pedal all the way forward, remove the clevis pin and
reinsert it in the desired cutting height and slowly release pressure
on the pedal until you reach the clevis pin.
ON
PARK BRAKE
OFF
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