Manual

SECTION2: IMPORTANTNOTETOFIRST-TIMEOPERATORS
The Revolution TM lawn tractor has a number of unique features. For example, there is a single pair of Control
Handles which replace the steering wheel, forward!reverse shift lever, speed control and brake pedal typically found
on conventional lawn tractors. Because of Revolution's TM unique controls, all first-time operators should
thoroughly familiarize themselves with the function of all controls before beginning to mow. Refer to Figure 3 on
page 10 of this manual for the location of all of the tractor's controls.
The following is required for all first -time operators.
1. Read entirely through this Operator's Manual. Pay
particular attention to:
SECTION1: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATIONPRACTICES,
SECTION3:SLOPEGAUGE,
SECTION5:KNOWYOURLAWNTRACTORand
SECTION6:OPERATINGYOURLAWNTRACTOR.
2. Before operating the unit the first time, push (do not
drive) it out into a flat open area well away from any
bystanders and obstacles such as buildings,
vehicles, trees, etc. For detailed instructions on
doing so, refer to page 18 under the heading Meving
theTractorManually.
3. Before starting the engine, adjust the seat to a
comfortable position. With the engine still off,
operate the controls (i.e. Control Handles,
Adjustable Hand Rest, Parking Brake Lever,
Throttle Control Lever, Deck Lift Lever, PTO Knob)
through their full range of operation to get a feel for
how they function.
4. Once familiar with all the controls, start the tractor's
engine as follows:
a. Insert the ignition key into the Ignition Switch.
b. Make certain the PTO knob in the
disengaged (OFF) position.
c. Engage the tractor's Parking Brake.
d. Squeeze the Bail against the Adjustable
Hand Rest and position it rearward so that it
is in the position closest to the operator.
e. Move the throttle control lever into the FAST
(or CHOKE, if so equipped) position.
Otherwise, pull out the Choke Control Knob,
if so equipped.
f. Turn the Ignition Key clockwise to start the
engine.
g. Once the engine has warmed up, move
the Throttle Control Lever to a low RPM
(near the Turtle).
The rear tires of the Revolution TM both propel the lawn
tractor as well as steer it.
The right control handle controls the right rear wheel.
The left control handle controls the left rear wheel.
The further forward a control handle is positioned,
the faster the wheel it controls will drive forward.
The further rearward a control handle is positioned,
the faster the wheel it controls will drive in reverse.
Moving each control handle in varying positions allows
the operator to maneuver the tractor in nearly any
direction. Refer to the label found on the top of your
tractor's dash panel (illustrated above) for a quick
reference of basic control handle positions and their
relation to the direction the tractor will travel.
5. Practice maneuvering the tractor, with the PTO in
the disengaged (OFF) position, around moveable
objects such as pylons or cardboard boxes (NOT
trees) to help get comfortable with the controls.
,_ WARNING: Always look down and behind
before and while backing up to avoid a back-
over accident.
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Gradually increase throttle speed and become
completely comfortable with the tractor's controls
before placing the PTO knob in the engaged (ON)
position and using the tractor to cut grass.