Reverse Mowing Option (RMO)
WARNING
Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to bystanders.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert
to the presence of children. Never activate the RMO if
children are present. Children are often attracted to the
unit and the mowing activity.
The Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) allows the operator to
mow in reverse (see Features and Controls). To activate,
turn the RMO key after the PTO is engaged. The L.E.D. light
will illuminate, and the operator can then mow in reverse.
Each time the PTO is engaged the RMO needs to be
reactivated if desired. The key should be removed to restrict
access to the RMO.
Pushing the Tractor by Hand
1. Disengage the PTO and turn the engine off.
2. Pull the transmission release (A, Figure 7) back
approximately 2-3/8" (6 cm) to lock into released
position.
3. The tractor can now be pushed by hand.
WARNING
Towing the unit will cause transmission damage. Do
not use another vehicle to push or pull this unit. Do not
actuate the transmission release lever while the engine
is running.
Adjusting the Mower Cutting Height
Use the mower cutting height adjustment lever to raise or
lower the cutting height (see Features and Controls).
The cutting height has seven positions between 1.5" and
4.0" (3,8 and 10,2 cm).
Hourmeter (if equipped)
The Hourmeter (Figure 8) displays the total hours, trip hours,
and digtal clock.
Display Total Hours, Trip Hours, and Clock
NOTE: Whenever you start up the unit, the Total Hours are
displayed. The Total Hours will automatically reset to 0 after
999.9.
1. Press MODE for less than 1 second to display the Trip
Hours.
2. Press RESET for greater than 3 seconds to reset the Trip
Hours to 0.
3. Press MODE for less than 1 second to display the Clock
(see Set the Clock section).
4. Press MODE for less than 1 second to return to Total
Hours.
Set the Clock
1. Press MODE for greater than 3 seconds. The hours will
flash on the display.
2. Press RESET to adjust the hours.
3. Press MODE for less than 1 second to save the setting.
The minutes will flash on the display.
4. Press RESET to adjust the minutes.
5. Press MODE for less than 1 second to save the setting.
Parking Brake
Use the parking brake control to engage or disengage the
parking brake when the tractor is stopped (Features and
Controls).
Engage the Parking Brake - To engage the parking brake,
fully depress the brake pedal, pull UP on the parking brake
control, and release the brake pedal.
Disengage the Parking Brake - To disengage the parking
brake, fully depress the brake pedal, press DOWN on the
parking brake control, and release the brake pedal.
Cruise Control
TO ENGAGE:
1. Depress the forward ground speed pedal (see Features
and Controls).
2. Pull up the cruise control when the desired speed is
reached. The cruise will lock in one of its five locking
positions.
TO DISENGAGE:
1. Depress the brake pedal.
OR
2. Depress the forward ground speed pedal.
Stopping the Tractor and Engine
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
• Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine.
1. Release the ground speed pedals to return to the
NEUTRAL position (see Features and Controls).
2. While still on the lawn, disengage the PTO switch, then
wait for all moving parts to stop.
3. Move the throttle control (or throttle/choke control) to
SLOW position and turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove
the key.
4. Engage the parking brake. Fully depress the brake pedal,
pull UP on the parking brake control, and release the
brake pedal.
In the event of an emergency the engine can be
stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP.
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