CONTROLS 2GB-72.2 CONTROLS _______________________________________________________________A. Tilt SteeringPull lever up to release steering column. Tilt columnup or down to position desired. Release lever to locksteering column in place.B. Turn AssistReduces the turning radius of the machine foroperation in close areas. Use the turn assist pedalsfor making tight turns around trees and other objects.To operate turn assist, press pedal down graduallyuntil desired turning radius is achieved - left pedal(B1) for left turns, right pedal (B2) for right turns.Note: Pressing pedal too hard will cause wheel tolock up and may tear or mark the turf.C. Speed LimiterLimits forward speed while cutting or operatingattachments. To operate at lower travel speed rotatelever as shown (C1 ) so it contacts stop screw on floorboard when traction pedal is pressed forward. Totravel at full speed, set lever in position shown (C 3 ).Stop screw (C 2 ) can be adjusted to set specific travelspeeds.Figure 2BD. Traction PedalPress front pedal (D 1 ) down for forward travel.Release pedal to slow tractor and stop.Press rear pedal (D 2) down for reverse travel.Release pedal to slow tractor and stop. Allow tractorto come to a complete stop before reversingdirections.E. AlarmThe alarm, along with the warning lights, sounds toalert the operator to conditions requiring immediateattention.F. Hydraulic Oil Cap/DipstickFill to green mark on dipstick using clean hydraulicfluid while machine is cool. Do not overfill.G. Fuel CapFill fuel tank with No. 2 diesel fuel, minimum cetanerating of 45. See engine manual for additional fuelspecifications.H. Parking BrakeTo engage parking brake pull up on lever. Alwaysengage parking brake before starting and afterstopping machine.I. Seat AdjustmentsThe standard operator’s seat has five adjustmentsettings.Description Location on SeatRaise/Lower Control left, front - under seatBack Rest Tilt left, front - under seat.Fore/Aft Control Bar front of seatBack Lumbar Support left side on back restArm Rest Control under each arm restJ. Side Deck Transport LocksLocks decks in upright position for transportingtractor. Locks must be manually released beforelowering decks.K. Alarm System Test SwitchUsed to test the alarm system. To test, turn ignitionkey to RUN and press switch. An audible alarm willsound and warning lights will come on.CAUTIONNever adjust steering while tractor is moving. Stopunit and set parking brake before adjusting.!Full Speed Reduced SpeedC1C2C3HR023