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Throttle Lever

The throttle lever is used to control the engine

speed. To increase the engine speed, move

the lever up to the “FAST” position. To

decrease the engine speed, move the lever

down to the “SLOW” position.

Choke Control

The choke control is used to choke a cold

engine for starting. The choke control is

located on the instrument panel. On 8.5HP,

12HP and 13.5HP tractors, push the choke

lever up to the “ON” position to choke the engine. On all

other tractors, pull the choke control knob out to the “ON”

position to choke the engine.

PTO Control

The PTO control is used to connect or

disconnect the engine power to an

attachment. The forward position is “OFF”;

the rearward position is “ON”.

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is used to start (electric

start models) and stop the engine.

Hourmeter

The hourmeter shows total time which the ignition switch

has been in the “ON” position.

Fuse

Electric start models have a fuse to protect the electrical

system.

Kick Stand

The kick stand is used to hold the tractor level when there

is no attachment on the tractor. The kick stand must be in

the raised position when moving the tractor.

Brake Handlebar

On tractors with steering brakes, the brake handlebar is

used to steer the tractor. Swing the brake handlebar left

for a right turn or right for a left turn.

Parking Brake (optional on 985115)

The parking brake is used to hold the tractor in position

when not in use.

FILL FUEL TANK

Add fuel to the fuel tank as needed. See engine manual

for the correct type and grade of fuel.

1. Put the unit in an open area.

2. Stop the engine and lock the brake.

3. Clean the fuel cap and the area around the fuel cap

to prevent dirt from entering the fuel tank.

4. Remove the cap from the fuel tank.

5. Fill the fuel tank. Be careful not to spill the fuel.

6. Install the cap on the fuel tank and tighten.

7. Clean up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.

TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY

1. Turn the ignition key to "Off".

2. Move the HI/LO to the “NEUTRAL” position and the

PTO control to the “OFF” position.

3. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the

operator’s position.

TO START AND SHUT OFF ENGINE

Manual Start

1. Check each item in "Before Each Use" in the

Maintenance Schedule.

2. Move the direction control lever to the “NEUTRAL”

position.

3. Ensure the PTO control is in the “OFF” position and

the gear shift lever is in the “NEUTRAL” position.

4. Put the key in the ignition switch and turn it to the

“ON” position.

5. If the engine is cold, apply the choke. See Engine

Manual for detailed instructions.

6. Set the throttle to the proper starting position. After

the engine starts, adjust the choke as needed.

7. Pull the starter handle out until compression is felt

in the engine. Then pull with one swift continuous

motion. Hold the starter handle to allow a slow

rewind of the rope.

8. If the engine does not start after six pulls of the

starter, see Troubleshooting.

Electric Start Engine

1. Check each item in "Before Each Use" in the

Maintenance Schedule.

2. Move the direction control lever to the “NEUTRAL”

position.

WARNING: Never move the range shift

handle while on a slope or while the tractor

is moving. Move the handle only when the

tractor is on level ground and stopped

(except for rocking to engage the clutch as

described above).

STOP

START

RUN

WARNING: Use caution with fuel. Fuel is

very ﬂammable. Keep fuel in a clean and

tight container. Keep fuel away from ﬁre or

heat. Never put fuel in the fuel tank while

the engine is running or hot. Clean up any

spilled fuel before starting the engine.

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