User manual HUSQVARNA YTH183T

[. . . ] Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using this machine. We reserve the right to make changes without prior notice. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. ⷠNever allow children or people unfamiliar with the instructions to use the lawnmower. [. . . ] The machine is equipped with a safety switch which immediately breaks the current to the engine if the driver leaves the seat with engine running and with the connection/ disconnection control in position "connection". To Move Forward and Backward The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals. Slowly depress forward or reverse drive pedal to begin movement. Ground speed increases the further down the pedal is depressed. To Use Cruise Control The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only. ⷠWith forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed, move cruise control lever forward to "SET" position and hold while lifting your foot off the pedal, then release the cruise control lever. Cutting Lower the cutting unit by moving the lift lever forward and connect the cutting unit. Choose a driving speed which suits the terrain and required cutting results. Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position. Backing up with the attachment clutch engaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. uSING THE ROS · With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" position. ⷠLook down and behind before backing. When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position. Clear the lawn from stones and other objects which can be thrown away by the blades. localize and mark stones and other fixed objects to avoid collision. Cleaning Do not use high pressure washer for cleaning. Water can enter engine and transmission and shorten the useful life of the machine. clean Steering Plate: · Clean debris from steering plate. Left lower dash cover removal · Remove fastener (1) from left lower dash cover. [. . . ] Engine and place the throttle lever in the Fast " IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making certain the area is clear. Remain in the operator's position with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is cleaned. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the tractor's engine off. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to disconnect the adapter from the nozzle washout port. [. . . ]