4.9
MOWING _________________________________________________________________
!
WARNING
To prevent serious injuries, keep hands, feet, and
clothing away from cutting unit when the blades are
moving.
NEVER use your hands to clean cutting units. Use a
brush to remove grass clippings from blades. Blades
can be sharp and could cause injuries.
To clear obstructions from cutting unit, disengage PTO
switch, engage parking brake, stop engine, and
remove key from ignition switch then remove
obstruction.
To mow:
1. Start the engine and lower the decks to the ground.
2. Turn PTO switch to ON, depress front of desired
deck switch(es), shift mower to 4WD, and disengage
parking brake.
4.10 TOWING / TRAILERING _____________________________________________________
If the mower experiences problems and must be shut
down and removed from the area, it should be loaded
onto a trailer for transport. If a trailer is not available, the
unit can be towed slowly short distances.
NOTE: Do not exceed 2 MPH (3.2 KPH) while towing.
Long distance towing is not recommended.
Use care when loading and unloading mower. Fasten
mower to trailer to prevent mower from rolling or shifting
during transport.
Before towing, open tow valve. The tow valve permits
moving the mower without starting the engine and
prevents possible damage to hydraulic components.
The tow valve (Z) is located on the drive pump beneath
the seat. Remove hardware and tilt seat towards left side
deck.To open valve, use a small wrench to turn the valve
counterclockwise 90°.
4.11 FOLDING ROPS ___________________________________________________________
A folding Roll Over Protection Structure (ROPS) is
included with this mower.
NEVER operate the mower with the ROPS folded down
on slopes, or near drop offs or water. Only operate in
these areas with the ROPS in the raised and locked
position.
Study the area of operation to determine if folding the
ROPS is required. Be aware of overhead obstructions
and turf conditions. Only operate the mower with the
3. Move throttle lever to FAST then slowly depress
traction pedal to the desired mowing speed.
a. For complete even cutting, overlap swaths by a
few inches.
b. When cutting tall grass, cut grass higher than
desired the first time so deck will clear unseen
obstructions and will not scalp if ground is rough.
c.
Stop and raise the decks to the transport position
when crossing paths or roadways. Look out for
traffic.
4. For better traction and handling, adjust weight
transfer.
5. When operating in reverse and additional power is
required to climb out of a small depression, press
and hold the 2WD/4WD in the momentary 4WD
Reverse position.
After towing, close tow valve completely and make
certain seat is closed and secured.
Normal
Operation
Tow
Position
ROPS folded down when absolutely necessary. There is
no roll over protection with the ROPS folded down.
Seat belts must be worn whenever operating the mower
with the ROPS in the raised and locked position. Always
keep seat belt snugly adjusted. DO NOT use seat belts
with the ROPS folded down.
To fold ROPS, push top portion of ROPS towards front of
mower, remove pins, and fold ROPS towards rear of
mower. Secure ROPS in folded position with pins.
OPERATION
Z
Figure 4B
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