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Choke
A
PTO Switch
B
Ignition Switch
C
Throttle Control
D
Hour Meter
E
Fuel Selector Valve
F
Fuse Block
G
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (M.I.L.)
H
Choke: Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke
once the engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking.
Pull the knob UP to close the choke. Push to knob DOWN to
open the choke.
PTO (Power Take Off) Switch: The PTO switch engages
and disengages the mower. Pull UP on the switch to engage,
and push DOWN to disengage.
Ignition Switch: The ignition switch starts and stops the engine,
it has three positions:
Stops the engine and shuts off the electrical
system.
OFF
Allows the engine to run and powers the electrical
system.
RUN
Cranks the engine for starting.
START
NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN position with
the engine stopped—this drains the battery.
Throttle Control: The throttle controls engine speed. Move the
throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease
engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle.
Fast throttle speed.
Slow throttle speed.
Hour Meter: The hour meter measures the number of
hours the PTO has been engaged. The hour meter has a self
contained power source so the total hours are always visible.
Fuel Selector Valve: Turning the handle to the desired
position determines which tank will be supplying fuel. With the
handle pointing LEFT, it will draw fuel from the left-hand tank.
With the handle pointing RIGHT, it will draw fuel from the
right-hand tank. With the handle pointing towards the engine, it
will shut off fuel flow to the engine.
Fuse Block: The fuse block houses fuses for the electrical
system.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (M.I.L.): The malfunction indicator
lamp detects problems with the engine. If the malfunction
indicator lamp begins to flash while you are operating the unit,
see the engine operator's manual.
Operation
Before First Time Operation
• Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation
sections before attempting to operate this tractor and mower.
• Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the
unit.
• Drive in an open area without mowing to become
accustomed to the unit.
WARNING
• Never operate on slopes greater than 15°.
• Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope. Use
extra caution when operating on slopes with a
rear-mounted grass catcher.
• Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down, use
caution when changing direction on slopes and do NOT
start or stop on a slope.
WARNING
• Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.
• Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason,
engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the
engine and remove the key.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and mower
free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do NOT stop or
park rider over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials.
• Fuel is highly flammable and must be handled with care.
Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent
operation. Do NOT allow open flame, smoking or matches
in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.
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