Operation E
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Figure 13. Tractor Controls - Hydro Model Shown A. Choke (Twin Cylinder only) B. Engine Speed Control Lever C. Headlight Switch D. Headlight Indicator Light (Blue) E. Oil Pressure Indicator Light (Red) (not on Briggs & Stratton 15 HP) F. Operator Seated Indicator Light (Green)
G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N.
STOPPING THE TRACTOR
Neutral Indicator Light (Green) PTO Indicator LIght (Red) PTO Switch Ground Speed Control Lever Parking Brake Knob Ignition Switch Mower Lift Lever Clutch/Brake Pedal
3. Use the PTO switch (I, figure 13) to disengage the PTO.
1. On hydro models, move the ground speed control lever (J, figure 13) into the NEUTRAL position to make a gradual stop. To make a more rapid stop, depress the clutch/brake pedal (N, figure 13).
4. Set the engine speed control lever (B, figure 13) to 1/2 throttle setting and allow the engine to idle for 20 seconds. Stopping a hot engine too fast may cause engine damage.
NOTE: On hydro models, the ground speed control lever will return to neutral automatically when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
5. Turn key (L, figure 13) to OFF and remove it.
WARNING
On gear models, press the clutch/brake pedal (N, figure 13) down only far enough to disengage the clutch to make a gradual stop. For a more rapid stop, press pedal down farther to apply the brake. Move the ground speed control lever to NEUTRAL before releasing the pedal.
Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.
WARNING
2. Engage the parking brake by fully depressing clutch/brake pedal and pulling up on parking brake knob (K, figure 13).
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, tractor and mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do not stop or park tractor over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials. 13