Operation - 15
Height Adjustment Handle
A
A
The height adjustment handle (A) is used to raise or
lower the deck to achieve the desired cutting height.
Height Adjustment Locking Pin
B
B
C
C
The height adjustment locking pin (B) locks the
mower deck at the selected cutting height.
Deck Pivot Latch
D
D
The
deck pivot latch (D) performs two functions:
It enables the deck to pivot throughout the range of
the operating position.
It locks the deck in the upright service position for
service and maintenance.
Refer to the “Deck Flip-Up Procedure” in the service
section of this manual for use of the deck pivot latch.
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2.
S.D.L.A. Control Levers
The Speed, Direction, Lift, and Auxiliary control levers
are located to the right side of the seat. The primary
lever controls the speed and direction of the power
unit, as well as the lift function of the front hitch. The
secondary lever controls the auxiliary hydraulics.
Primary
S.D.L.A. Control Lever*:
Pull the lever to the left to raise the power unit front
hitch and MC600 mower deck. Push the lever to the
right to lower the power unit front hitch and mower
deck. The control lever must be in the float (detent)
position during operation of the mower. Float posi-
tion is attained by pushing the lever to the right until
the float detent locks the lever in place.
Weight Transfer
Terrain and ground conditions may affect the appro-
priate setting for the power unit’s weight transfer
system. In most cases, the weight transfer system
should be set from 1/2 to 3/4 of maximum capacity.
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OPERATIONAL CONTROLS
* Refer to power unit owner’s manual for opera-
tion of power unit controls.
