Controls a nd Features
4
f
Fuel Tank Ca
Throttle/Choke
Control
Fuel Level indicator
Pedal
PTO (Blade Engage)
Handle
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Figure 44
Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Fig. 4-1 and
described on the following pages.
WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and
instructions in this manual, including the entire
Operation section, before attempting to operate
this machine. Failure to comply with all safety rules
and instructions may result in personal injury.
Throttle/ ChokeControl
The throttle/choke
control
is located
on the right
side of the tractor's
dash panel. This lever controls
the speed of the engine and, when pushed all the
way forward,
closes the choke for cold starting.
When set in a given position,
the throttle
will
maintain
a uniform
engine speed.
NOTE:When
operating
the tractor with the
cutting
deck engaged,
be certain that the
throttle/choke
control
is always in the FAST
(rabbit)
position.
BrakePedal
The brake pedal is located
on the left
front side of the tractor along the
running
board. The brake pedal can be
used for sudden stops or setting
the
parking
brake.
NOTE:The
brake pedal must be fully
depressed
to activate
the safety
interlock
switch when starting
the tractor.
Seat AdjustmentLever
The seat adjustment
lever is located
under the front of the
seat. To adjust the seat forward
or backward,
slide the seat
adjustment
lever to the left and reposition
the seat to the desired
position.
Once a comfortable
position
is found,
release the seat
adjustment
lever to lock the seat in place. Refer to the Assembly
and Set-Up section
of this manual for more detailed
instructions.