Operator's Manual

Operation
21
Pushing the Machine by Hand
IMPORTANT: Always push the machine by
hand. Never tow the machine because
transaxle damage may occur.
To Push the Machine
1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the
ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine.
2. Move the drive control rod to the “PUSH”
position. This disengages the drive system and
allows the wheels to turn freely (Fig. 16).
IMPORTANT: Drive control rod moves to the
“OPERATE” position when the brake is
applied.
To Operate the Machine
1. Apply the brake, this moves the drive control rod
to “OPERATE” and engages the drive system, or
move the drive control rod to the “OPERATE”
position (Fig. 16).
Note: The machine will not drive unless the
drive control rod is in the “OPERATE”
position.
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Figure 16
1. Operate position 2. Push position