Full Product Manual

Controls & Operation
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Note: This Operator’s Manual covers several
models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not
all features in this manual are applicable to all
tractor models and the tractor depicted may differ
from yours.
Note: References to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR
indicate that position on the tractor when facing
forward while seated in the operator’s seat.
Vehicle Control Module (VCM) (A)
WARNING
Never leave a running machine unattended. Always
disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop tractor and remove
power key to prevent unintended starting.
The vehicle control
module (VCM) is
located on the
left fender of the
tractor seated in the
operator’s position.
The VCM is the
location of several
control buttons for
your tractor. The VCM
inludes the START/
STOP button, PTO
(blades ON/OFF)
button , Reverse Caution Mode (RCM) button,
Headlight button, Cruise Control button, LCD
Screen and the Battery Level Indicator.
CAUTION
Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety Interlock
Switches and Starting The Tractor in the Operation section
of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the VCM
and operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE.
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Start/Stop Button
Located on the VCM, the start/stop button
is used to start and stop the tractor when
the key switch is in the ON position. To start
the tractor, press the start/stop button for two
seconds (two beeps). To stop the tractor, press the
start/stop button for one second (one beep).
PTO (Blades ON/OFF) Button
Located on the VCM, the PTO button is used
to engage the blades. To operate, press the
PTO button for one second. The green
indicator light below the PTO button is illuminated
when there is power to the cutting deck and the LCD
Screen displays “CUT DECK ON.” Pressing the PTO
button again will disengage power to the cutting
deck. The green indicator light is not illuminated when
there is no power to the cutting deck.
Reverse Caution Mode (RCM) Button
CAUTION
Prior to operating the tractor, refer to the Operation
section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding
operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE.
Located on the VCM, the RCM button allows
the tractor to be operated in reverse with
the blade(s) engaged. To activate the RCM,
press the RCM button down for three seconds. When
activated, the red indicator light is illuminated. To
de-activate the RCM, press the RCM button again.
When the RCM is not activated, the red indicator light
is not illuminated. Refer to the Operation section of
this manual for more information on operating the
tractor in the reverse caution mode.
Note: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
WARNING
Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the
REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always look down and behind
before and while backing. Do not operate the tractor when
children or others are around. Stop the tractor immediately
if someone enters the area.
Headlight Button
Located on the VCM, the headlight
button is used to turn the headlights
on or off.
Cruise Control Button
Located on the VCM, pressing the
cruise control button while the tractor
is in motion allows the tractor to
remain at a constant ground speed
without applying pressure to the
forward drive pedal, the LCD Screen displays “CRUISE
ON” when the cruise control is activated. The cruise
control can be disengaged by pressing either the
cruise control button, the brake pedal or the drive
pedal. Refer to the Operation section of this
manual for detailed instructions regarding the
cruise control feature.
Note: Cruise control will not engage at the tractor’s
fastest ground speed. If the operator should
attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically
decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground
speed.
Note: Cruise control will not engage in reverse.
LCD Screen & Battery Level Indicator
Located on the VCM, the LCD display & battery
level indicator are used to provide instructions,
warnings and information about your tractor
systems and the battery level of your tractor.
Key Switch (B)
The key switch is located on the left fender and
sends power to the VCM when the switch is in
the ON (I) position. The tractor cannot be started
unless the key switch is in the ON (I) position.
Turning the switch to the OFF (O) position turns
the tractor off and stops the flow of power to the
VCM.
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Note: Before your tractor can be
started, the safety label covering the
key switch must be removed. This
label is in place to prevent
unintended starting when the tractor
is on display. Peel off the label to
access the key switch.
Forward Drive Pedal (C)
The forward drive pedal is located on the right
side of the steering column, along the running
board. Press the forward drive pedal forward to
cause the tractor to travel forward. Ground speed
is also controlled with the forward drive pedal. The
further forward the pedal is pressed, the faster
the tractor will travel. The pedal will return to its
original/neutral position when it is released.