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17se c t i O n 5 — Op e r a t i O n
Stopping the Engine
2.
the neutral position.
Engage the parking brake. 3.
Move the throttle/choke control to midway between the
5.
key from the ignition switch.
NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent
accidental starting or battery discharge if the equipment is left
unattended.
Practice Operation (Initial Use)
type riding tractor. Although and because a zero turn tractor is
more maneuverable, getting used to operating the control levers
takes some practice.
We strongly recommend that you locate a reasonably large,
pedestrians, or animals. You should practice operating the
tractor for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Carefully move (or have moved) the tractor to the practice area.
engaged. While practicing, operate the tractor at approximately
⁄-⁄ throttle and at less than full speed in both forward and
reverse.
Carefully practice maneuvering the tractor using the instructions
are confident that you can safely operate the tractor.
Driving the Tractor
Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed
and sudden stops.
position that allows you to operate the controls. See seat
adjustment in the Adjustments section.
Release the parking brake.2.
3.
neutral position. Refer to Figure 5-2.
NOTE: If the control levers are not even in the neutral position,
refer to Maintenance & Adjustments for instructions to adjust the
levers so that they are even.
Move the throttle/choke control lever forward to the full
NOTE:
full throttle, when performing a practice session the tractor
must be operated at less than full throttle (approximately
Always maintain a firm grip on the
slow or stop the tractor; move levers to neutral
position using your hands.
To drive the tractor, firmly grasp the respective drive 5.
control levers with your right and left hands and continue
with Driving the Tractor Forward on the following page.