Craftsman 917.28918 Manual Del Operador página 15

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse
Operation System (ROS), Any attempt by
the operator to travel in the reverse direction
with the attachment clutch engaged will shut
off the engine unless ignition key is placed
in the ROS "ON" position°
,_WARNtNG: Backing up with the at-
tachment clutch engaged while mowing is
strongly discouraged.'li_rning the ROS "ON",
to allow reverse operation with the attach-
ment clutch engaged, should only be done
when the operator decides it is necessary to
reposition the machine with the attachment
engaged, Do not mow in reverse unless
absolutely necessary,
USING THE REVERSE OPERATION
SYSTEM -
Only use if you are certain no children or other
bystanders will enter the mowing area,
1. Move motion control lever to neutral
position,
2. With engine running, turn ignition key
counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi-
tion.
3. Look down and behind before and while
backing°
4. Slowly move motion control lever to
reverse (R) position to start movemenL
5. When useofthe ROSisno Iongerneeded,
turn the ignition key clockwise to engine
"ON" position.
ROS "ON" Position
Engine "ON" Position
(Normal Operating)
TO STOP MOWER BLADES
Disengage attachment clutch control.
_CAUTION: Do not operate the mowerwith-
out either the entire grass catcher, on mowers
so equipped, orthe deflector shield (S) in place,
TO TRANSPORT
When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to
disengage transmission by placing freewheel
control in freewheeling position. Free wheel
control is located atthe rear drawbar oftracton
• Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.
• Move motion control lever to neutral posi-
tion,
, Pull freewheel control out until the free
wheel control rod locks in extended position,
• Do not push or tow tractor at more than
two (2) MPH.
• To reengage transmission, reverse above
procedure,
NOTE: Freewheel control will automatically
disengage when the brake/clutch pedal is
depressed,
TRANSMISSION ENGAGED
TO OPERATE MOWER
Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the
operator to leave the seat with the engine
running and the attachment clutch engaged
will shut off the engine, You must remain
fully and centrally positioned in the seat to
prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting
offwhen operating your equipment on rough,
rolling terrain or hills°
I_ Select desired height of cut with attach-
ment lift lever°
2o Start mower blades by engaging attach-
ment clutch control
TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when
transporting your tractor on a truck or a
trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured
to tracton Use an appropriate means of tying
hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc,).
TOWING CARTS AND ATTACHMENTS
Tow only the attachments that are recom-
mended by and comply with specifications
of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use
common sense when towing° Too heavy of
a load, while on a slope, is dangerous, Tires
can lose traction with the ground and cause
you to lose control of your tractor.
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