NOTE: When the ignition key is out
of the STOP position the hourglass
symbol is illuminated/blinks to indicate
it is recording the hours of mower
operation, regardless of whether the
engine is started.
5. Throttle
Manual Throttle (If equipped)
The throttle control is located on
the RH console to the right of the
operator's seat. When set in a given
position, a uniform engine speed
will be maintained. The throttle
control moves between the FAST
and slow
positions.
Push the throttle control handle
forward to increase the engine
speed. The mower is designed to
operate with the throttle control
in the FAST
(full throttle) position
when the mower is being driven and the
mower deck is engaged.
Pull the throttle control handle rearward
to decrease the engine speed.
Electronic Throttle (E-Governor)
Lever (If equipped)
The electronic throttle
(E-governor) lever is used to
control engine speed and RPM's. It
also helps control fuel efficiency.
The electronic throttle lever
moves between the FAST
slow
positions. The SLOW
position is used for basic
transportation of the mower with
the PTO disengaged and uses the
least fuel. The FAST
position should
be used when the PTO is engaged and
uses the most fuel. The mower should be
started in the START position, but should
always be in the FAST
position when
the PTO/deck is being used.
6. Cutting Width Knob
The cutting width
knob, only available
when mower is
in SurePath Auto
Steer Mode, is
located on the RH
console to the right of the operator's
seat and has four positions. MOST
EFFICIENT is suitable for most terrains
and maintains standard mowing path
overlap. Turn dial progressively from
right to left if operating under extreme
conditions or if visible sections of uncut
grass occur when mower is in MOST
EFFICIENT setting.
7. Choke Knob (If equipped)/
MIL (If equipped)
Choke Knob (If
equipped) - The choke
knob is located on the left
side of the mower next to
the operator's seat. Pull
the knob out to choke the engine; push
the knob in/down to open the choke.
Having the choke in the ON position
helps the engine to start during initial
start-up. During normal operation the
choke should be OFF.
MIL (If equipped) - The Multifunction
Indicator Light (MIL) provides diagnostic
information for the engine. If the MIL
lights up and/or flashes see the service
manual or contact your service center.
8. Parking Brake Lever
The parking brake lever is located
to the left of the operator's seat.
When pulled up it engages the
parking brake and when pushed
down it releases the brake.
NOTE: If the forward or reverse
drive pedal is engaged when
engaging the parking brake, the
engine will stop. The parking brake
must be placed in the engaged
position when starting the engine.
9. Forward Drive Pedal
and
The forward drive pedal is
located on the right side of
the machine, directly to the
right of the steering column
and along the running board.
Press the forward drive pedal forward
to cause the mower to travel forward.
Ground speed is also controlled with the
forward drive pedal. The further forward
the pedal is pivoted, the faster the
mower will travel. The pedal will return
to its original/neutral position when it is
not pressed.
10. Reverse Drive Pedal
The reverse drive pedal is
located on the right side of
the mower, to the right of the
forward drive pedal, along the
running board. Ground speed
is also controlled with the reverse drive
pedal. The further downward the pedal is
pivoted, the faster the mower will travel.
The pedal will return to its original/
neutral position when it is not pressed.
11. Fuel Tank Caps
The fuel tank caps are located on the
top of the fuel tank on the left and right
side of the seat. Turn the fill cap counter-
clockwise to remove and clockwise until
it clicks three times to tighten. Always
re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the
fuel tank after removing.
WARNING
Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running.
If the engine is hot from recently running, allow to
cool for several minutes before refueling. Highly
flammable gasoline could splash onto the engine
and cause a fire.
12. Seat Adjustment Lever
(Not shown)
The seat adjustment lever is located
below the front/right of the seat. The
lever allows for adjustment forward or
rearward of the operator's seat. Refer
to the Assembly & Set-Up section
for instructions on adjusting the
seat position.
13. Seat Tilt Knob (Not shown)
The seat tilt knob is located on the left
side of the seat. Refer to the Assembly
& Set-Up section for instructions on
adjusting the seat tilt.
14. Arm Rest Height Knobs (Not
shown, if equipped)
The arm height knobs are located
under the seat arms and can be used
to adjust the height of the arm rests.
Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section
for instructions on adjusting the arm
rest position.
15. Mechanical Suspension
Mechanism (Not shown, if equipped)
The mechanical suspension mechanism
is located on the front of the seat
and can adjust the weight/ride
adjustment for operators in the 125- to
275-pound weight range. Refer to
the Assembly & Set-Up section for
instructions on adjusting the mechanical
suspension mechanism.
16. Lumbar Support Lever (Not
shown, if equipped)
The lumbar support lever is located on
the right side of the seat on the seat
back. Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up
section for instructions on adjusting the
lumbar support.
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