John Deere GT2554 - Manual (Page 22)

Operating - 18
OPERATING
For Emergency Stopping:
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1. Push down on brake pedal (C). Travel pedals (A and B)
will return to neutral position.
Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower
Check two different lift lever positions before operation:
• Transport (upper) position: Raises mower for transport.
• Mowing (lower) position: Maintains cutting height set by
mower height control yet allows mower to float over uneven
terrain.
To put mower in mowing (lower) position:
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1. Pull lift lever (A) back slightly.
2. Push in button (B).
3. Push lever forward until it latches down.
To put mower in transport (upper) position:
1. Push down on lift lever (A) slightly.
2. Push in button (B).
3. Pull lever back until it latches.
Engaging Mower
1. Start engine.
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2. Move throttle lever (A) to fast position.
3. Lower mower to cutting height.
4. Pull PTO switch (B) up to engage mower.
NOTE: Any operating attachment and engine will stop
as REVERSE foot pedal is depressed with attachment
engaged.
5. Disengage PTO before shifting to reverse.
Disengaging Mower
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Push PTO switch (A) down to disengage mower.
If an object is hit with mower while mowing, stop mower
and engine immediately. Inspect mower for damage.
C
A
B
B
A
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Operate mower at high
idle/mowing when mowing or after mower blades are
engaged.
Machine may require 2-3 minutes warm-up period
before engaging mower.
B
A
A