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11Section 3 — controlS & operation
Reverse Drive Pedal (D)
The reverse drive pedal is located on the right side
of the steering column along the running board.
Ground speed is also controlled with the reverse
drive pedal. The further rearward the pedal is
pressed, the faster the tractor will travel. The pedal
will return to its original/neutral position when it
is released.
Brake Pedal (E)
The brake pedal is located on the left side of the
steering column, along the running board. Depress
the pedal all the way down to engage the disc
brake and bring the tractor to a complete stop.
Note: The brake pedal must be completely depressed
to start the tractor. Refer to Safety Interlock Switches
for more information.
Parking Brake Lever (F)
To set the parking brake, fully depress the brake
pedal. Move the parking brake lever all the way back
and into the parking brake position. Release the
brake pedal to allow the parking brake to engage.
To release the parking brake, depress the brake
pedal and move the parking brake lever forward
and out of the parking brake position. Release the
brake pedal.
Deck Lift Lever (G)
Located on your tractor’s right fender, the
deck lift lever is used to change the height of
the cutting deck (5 positions). To use, move
the lever to the left, then place in the notch
best suited for your application. The lowest
position is “1” and the highest position is “5”
Position “1” is approximately a 1” cutting
height, Position “5” is approximately a 4”
cutting height and the change in height is
approximately ¾” between each position.
Headlight (H)
The headlight is ON whenever the key switch is ON
and the headlight button is pressed. To turn the
headlight OFF, press the headlight button again.
Charging Port (I)
The charging port for the tractor is located on the
rear of the tractor. To access the charging port, lift
up on the charging port cover.
USB Charging Port (J) (If Equipped)
A pair of USB power sources are located on the left
console. The two USB ports are both rated 2.1 A. The
ports can be used to charge your phone or power
up other USB devices.
WARNING
Do not have any devices plugged into your USB charging
ports when starting the tractor. Doing so may cause
damage to your device.
Cup Holder (K)
The cup holder is located to the left of the operator’s
seat.
Operation
WARNING
Avoid Serious Injury or Death
• Know location and function of all controls.
• Remove objects which could be thrown by the blade(s).
• Go up and down slopes, not across.
• Use extra caution on slopes. Do not mow or drive on
slopes greater than 12°/21%. Avoid sudden turns. Use
low speed.
• Always engage the parking brake when turning the key
switch off on an incline.
• Do not operate machine where it could tip or slip.
• If machine stops going uphill, stop blade(s) and back
down slowly.
• Before leaving operator’s position, disengage blade(s),
engage parking brake, shut off and remove key.
• Be sure blade(s) and power are off before placing hands
or feet near blade(s).
• Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches, etc.) in
place and working.
• Keep bystanders away.
• Allow machine to cool before storing.
• Keep machine free of debris.
Read Operator’s Manual
Safety Interlock Switches
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock
system for the protection of the operator. If the
interlock system should ever malfunction, do not
operate the tractor. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
• The safety interlock system prevents the
tractor from operating the tractor unless the
operator is in the seat with the brake pedal
fully depressed or the parking brake set and
the drive pedal in the NEUTRAL position..
• The tractor will not operate with the charger
cord plugged into the charging port and/or
the charging port cover open or removed.
• The tractor will not operate unless the
discharge chute, mulch plug or bagger
chute is in place and properly installed.
• The tractor will automatically shut off the
blade(s) and drive motors if the operator
leaves the seat.
Note: To restart the tractor, follow the
proper starting procedures.
WARNING
Do not operate the tractor if the safety interlock system is
malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety
and protection.
Engaging the Parking Brake
To engage the parking brake:
1. Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it
down with your foot.
2. Move the parking brake lever back into the
parking brake position.
3. Release the brake pedal to allow the parking
brake to engage.
To release the parking brake:
1. Depress the brake pedal and move the
parking brake lever forward out of the
parking brake position.
Setting the Cutting Height
Select the height position of the cutting deck
by placing the deck lift lever in any of the five (5)
different cutting height notches on the right side of
the fender.
WARNING
Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of
the cutting deck.
Refer to Leveling the Deck in the Product
Care section of this manual for more detailed
instructions regarding deck adjustment.
Starting the Tractor
WARNING
Do not operate the tractor if the interlock
system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
1. Unplug the charging cord (if necessary). If
the cord is still plugged in a reminder will
display on the VCM when the key switch is
turned on.
2. Sit in the operator’s seat. A reminder will
display on the VCM if the operator is not in
the seat when the key switch is turned on.
3. Insert the power key into the key switch.
4. Fully depress the brake pedal or set the
parking brake. If the brake is not engaged a
reminder will display on the VCM when the
key switch is turned on.
5. Turn the power key clockwise to the ON (I)
position.
6. Press the start/stop button down for two
seconds (two beeps).
Stopping the Tractor
WARNING
If you strike a foreign object, stop the tractor, turn the power
key to OFF and remove. Thoroughly inspect the machine
for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and
operating.
1. If the blade is engaged, press the PTO
button to disengage the PTO.
2. Press the start/stop button for one second
(one beep) or turn the power key counter-
clockwise to the OFF (O) position.
3. Remove the key from the key switch to
prevent unintended starting.