John Deere 5203 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Transporting
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A—Lights OFF
B—Parking Lights
C—Dim Headlights
D—Bright Headlights
E—High Beamlight
CAUTION: NEVER operate flood lampwhen
transporting tractor. Clear bright light at the
rear of the tractor could confuse drivers of
other vehicles as they approach from the rear.
IMPORTANT: Refer to Lights section for detailed
descriptions of lighting operations and
functions.
2. Turn light switch to high beam headlights or low beam
headlights position. Never use bright lights which are
visible from the rear. Always dim headlights before
meeting another vehicle. Keep headlights properly
adjusted.
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A—Turn Signal Lever
3. Use turn signals when turning. Be sure to return turn
signal lever (A) to center position after turning.
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Brake Pedals
A—Brake Pedals
4. Couple brake pedals (A) together before driving on a
road. Avoid hard applications of brakes.
5. Drive slowly enough to maintain safe control at all
times. Slow down for hillsides, rough ground, and
sharp turns, especially when transporting heavy,
rear-mounted equipment.
6. Before going down a hill, shift to a gear low enough to
control speed without using brakes. Never coast down
hill.
7. When transporting downhill on icy or graveled grades,
be alert for skids which could result in loss of steering
control. To decrease chance of skids, reduce speed
and be sure tractor has proper ballast.
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