THROTTLE
Choke
Fast
Slow
To Start Engine
When Operator Leaves Seat
Traction Control
To Operate PTO Clutch
• Seat must be occupied, ground speed control pedal in neutral,
PTO switch must be off, and clutch/brake pedal depressed.
• Put ground speed control pedal in neutral,
turn PTO switch off, and set parking brake.
• To stop tractor motion, fully depress clutch/brake pedal.
• On hydrostatic drive tractors, movement of traction pedal
from neutral, in either direction, increases ground speed.
• The operator must be in seat.
• To engage PTO, pull PTO switch up.
• To disengage PTO, push PTO switch down.
To Set Parking Brake
• Pull knob UP while clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
• Release clutch/brake pedal while holding knob.
To Release Parking Brake
• Depress clutch/brake pedal.
• Push knob DOWN while clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
Mower DOWN
Mower UP
Clutch/Brake
Pedal
PTO Switch
Ignition Switch
Mower
Height
Adjust
OPERATION
DO NOT TOW TRACTOR!
Damage may result to transmission
ROTATING BLADES CUT
OFF ARMS AND LEGS
STOP MOWER WHEN
CHILDREN ARE NEAR.
NO RIDERS — THEY FALL OFF.
DANGER
DANGER
OPERATING ON SLOPES
CAN BE DANGEROUS
SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
IF YOU CANNOT BACK-UP
A HILL —DO NOT DRIVE ON IT.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• Read operator's manual(s).
• Know location and function of all controls.
• Keep safety devices (guards, shields, and switches)
in place and working.
• Remove objects that could be thrown by the blade.
• Do not mow when children or others are around.
• Never carry children.
• Look down and behind before and while backing.
• Avoid sudden turns.
WARNING
• If you cannot back up a hill, do not operate on it.
• Go up and down slopes, not across.
• If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and
back down slowly.
• Be sure blade(s) and engine are stopped before
placing hands or feet near blade(s).
• When leaving machine, shut off engine, remove
key, and set parking brake.
OFF
RUN
START
Parking Brake
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Safety Decals
GENERAL
This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-
vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect
from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment
manufacturing.
Although reading this manual and the safety instructions
it contains will provide you with the necessary basic
knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec-
tively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to
remind you of this important information while you are
operating your tractor.
All WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on
your tractor and mower should be carefully read and
obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these
instructions are not followed. The information is for your
safety and it is important! The safety decals below are on
your tractor and mower.
If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them
at once. See your local dealer for replacements.
These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant
visual reminder to you, and others who may use the
equipment, to follow the safety instructions necessary for
safe, effective operation.
Decal - Operating Instructions
Part No. 1716530
Decal - Hydro Release Valve
Part No. 1708918
Decal - Danger
Part No. 1704276 (top decal)
Part No. 1704277 (bottom decal)
DANGER
ROTATING CUTTING BLADE
DO NOT OPERATE MOWER
WITHOUT DEFLECTOR
OR ENTIRE GRASS
CATCHER IN PLACE
DANGER
ROTATING CUTTING BLADE
DO NOT OPERATE MOWER
WITHOUT DEFLECTOR
OR ENTIRE GRASS
CATCHER IN PLACE
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