Use and Care Manual

Tractor Set-Up
Moving The Tractor Manually

relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the

transmission to bypass its normal route, allowing the rear tires
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follows:
 Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor.
See .
Figure 3-1
2. Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward, then down, to
lock it into place. The hydrostatic transmission is now in the
disengaged position.
NOTE: Bypass rods may vary by model, however the basic
operation is still the same. The bypass rod must be pulled
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On Some Tractors:
 Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor.
See .
2. Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward until you feel it

NOTE: 
bypass rod is pulled out. Return the rod to its normal position
prior to operating the tractor.
CAUTION: Never attempt to move the tractor
manually without first opening the hydrostatic relief
valve. Doing so will result in serious damage to the
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Shipping Brace Removal
WARNING! 
off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition
key before removing the shipping brace.
 Locate the shipping brace, if present, and warning tag
found on the right side of the cutting deck. See .
Figure 3-2
2. While holding the discharge chute with your left hand,
remove the shipping brace with your right hand by
grasping it between your thumb and index finger and
rotating it clockwise.
WARNING! The shipping brace is used for
packaging purposes only. Remove and discard the
shipping brace before operating your lawn tractor.
WARNING! The mowing deck is capable of
throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding
mower without the discharge cover in the proper
operating position could result in serious personal
injury and/or property damage.
Contents of Crate
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Assembly & Set-Up
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