User Manual

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As you become more familiar and experienced with operating
the Zero Turn rider, you will learn more maneuvers that will
make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable.
Remember, the more you practice, the better your control
of the Zero Turn will be!
Mowing
1. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the ground
speed control levers are locked in their START/PARK
positions, and the operator is in the seat.
2. Start the engine. See Starting the Engine .
3. Set the mower cutting height. See Cutting Height
Adjustment .
4. Set the engine speed control to FAST.
5. Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch.
6. Pivot the ground speed levers in from the START/PARK
position to the neutral ‘N’ position.
7. Begin mowing. See Operator Safety for tips on safe
mowing practices.
8. When finished, shut off the PTO.
9. Stop the engine. See Stopping The Rider And Engine .
Towed Equipment
Secure the trailer with an appropriately sized clevis pin (A,
Figure 12) and clip (B). See Operator Safety for additional
safety information regarding trailers and towing.
WARNING
Towing Hazard
Towed loads can be hazardous and cause loss of control
on slopes.
• The maximum gross (trailer & load) weight of the trailer
should not exceed 200 lbs (91 kg).
• The maximum tongue weight should not exceed 20 lbs
(9,1 kg).
• Do not operate on slope exceeding 5 degrees.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
• Do not tow with a grass bagger attached.
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Cutting Height Adjustment (Pin Type)
The cutting height adjust pedal adjusts the mower cutting
height. SeeSpecificationsfor cutting height adjustment
range.
To adjust cutting height:
1. Fully depress the cutting height adjust pedal (A,
Figure13) until the transport release rod (B) locks the
deck into the highest position (transport position).
2. Remove the pin (C, Figure13) from the adjustment
bracket, and insert it in the desired hole.
Note:Make sure the pin is inserted into the holes in both
upper and lower plates of the adjustment bracket.
3. Depress the cutting height adjust pedal, move the
transport release rod outward, and slowly release the
pedal until it rests against the pin.
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Not for
Reproduction