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Operation Section 3-3
OPERATION
STARTING TRACTOR AND MOWER
Check the operators manual received from the tractor manufacturer, for
their recommendation and procedures pertaining to your particular make and model.
When rotating parts are in motion, serious injury may occur if caution is
not used or danger is not recognized. Never allow bystanders within 300
feet of the machine when mower is in operation.
Be sure the ball valves on the mower hydraulic tank are OPEN before
starting the tractor. Serious damage to the hydraulic system can occur if
the valves are not open.
Check to make sure mower switch is in the “OFF” position. The unit is
designed not to start if the switch is in the “on” position. If tractor starts
with switch on, turn off tractor and contact your local Tiger dealership for
assistance.
Start the tractor and allow the instruments to stabilize. Without starting the mower,
practice positioning the boom and deck. Remember, speed and skill will be attained
easier if the necessary time is spent familiarizing yourself with the machine and its
operations. When you feel comfortable at controlling the position of the mower, return
the mower to the travel position, and transport the mower to the desired mowing location.
NOTE: Each mower head has a specific resting position for flatbed travel.
If mowing for the first time with a Tiger Boom Mower, we recommend choosing a
ditch or area relatively flat with a minimum of sign posts, guard rails, etc. As always,
you should inspect the area for other objects that can cause potential hazards and
removing them before mowing.
The Mower Control switch turns the mower “ON” and “OFF. This switch is to be in
the “OFF” position to start the tractor. If the switch is “ON” and the tractor ignition switch is
turned to “ON” the red “mower run” indicator light will come on. However, the tractor will not
start with the Mower Control switch in the “ON” position. Upon starting tractor the “mower run”
indicator light may flash briefly, and may flash briefly again when tractor is shut down.
If tractor starts with switch on, turn off tractor and contact
your local Tiger dealership for assistance.
NOTE: The tractor ignition switch and the Master Switch must be “ON” ” to allow
movement of the mower deck.