Operation
Ensure that the rear part of the seat is secured
with the seat latch.
Starting the Engine
1.
Move the motion control levers out to the neutral
lock position.
2.
Pull up and back on the parking brake lever to
engage the parking brake.
3.
Push down on the PTO switch to the “disengage”
position.
Note:
It is not necessary for the operator to be
in the seat to start the engine.
4.
Turn ignition switch to the “START” position.
Release the switch as soon as the engine starts.
Important:
Do Not crank the engine
continuously for more than ten seconds at a
time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60
second cool-down period between starting
attempts. Failure to follow these guidelines
can burn out the starter motor.
Lower the Outer Deck Wings–96 Inch
Deck Only
Important:
The outer deck wings need to be
lowered into the mowing position before the
PTO will engage.
1.
Remove the clevis pin and hairpin that secures
each wing in the up position. Place them in the
storage position shown in Figure 12.
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Figure 12
Right side shown
1.
Pin storage location
2.
Be sure that all persons are clear of the deck
wings. Press and hold the bottom of the deck
control switch; the center deck will lower first,
then the outer wings.
Engaging the PTO
DANGER
The rotating blades under the mower deck are
dangerous. Blade contact can cause serious
injury or kill you.
Do Not put hands or feet under the mower or
mower deck when the blades are engaged.
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