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CHECKS BEFORE STARTING
1. Make sure you have proper wheel or counterweights
if required. See SLOPE OPERATION in the Safety
Rules section. Make sure any slopes are within
required limits.
2. Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick.
See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions
and oil recommendations.
3. Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in
place and tight.
4. Make sure you can reach all controls from operator’s
positions. If not, see SEAT ADJUSTMENT.
5. Fill the gasoline tank with fresh gasoline. Fill to bot-
tom of filler neck to avoid spillage and overflow. DO
NOT mix oil with gasoline. Refer to engine manual for
gasoline recommendations.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Refer to figure 8.
1. Operator must be seated. Seat light (A) will light up
when key is turned on.
2. Place ground speed control lever (B) in neutral. Set
parking brake. To set, lock brake pedals together
with the pedal lock (K), depress pedals, pull parking
brake knob (C) out, then release pedals.
3. PTO switch(es) (E & F) must be in OFF position.
PTO light (G) will not be on.
4. On a cold engine, pull out choke knob (H). On a
warm engine, push choke knob in.
5. Place throttle lever (I) midway between slow and fast
(Start/Stop position).
6. Turn key (J) to start engine. Push choke in as engine
warms up.
7. Allow engine to warm up for a couple of minutes
before applying load. Do not idle engine for pro-
longed periods or carbon buildup may occur.
SELECTING AXLE SPEED RANGE
(20 HP Models Only)
1. The axle shift lever (figure 9) is designed to fit very
flush with the rear foot deck panel to avoid accidental
shifting. Select low speed (bottom position) for heavy
work or high speed (upper position) for traveling to
work areas.
2. Rock the tractor back and forth slightly to make
shifting easier.
Operation
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be han-
dled with care. Never fill the tank when the
engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not
allow open flame, smoking or matches in the
area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.
Figure 8. Tractor Controls
A. Seat Light G. Front PTO Light
B. Ground Speed H. Choke Knob
Control Lever I. Throttle Lever
C. Parking Brake Knob J. Ignition Switch Key
D. Brake Pedals K. Brake Pedal Lock
E. Front PTO Switch L. Lift Lever, Hydraulic
F. Rear PTO Switch
(Optional)
WARNING
Make sure desired direction of travel is clear of
objects, people and animals.
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Figure 9. Two-Speed Axle Shift (20 HP Models)
A. Axle Shift Lever
