Troy-Bilt HYDROSTATIC LAWN TRACTOR - HORSE 769-06304 - Manual (Page 13)

Throttle Control Lever
The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the
tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine
and, when pushed all the way forward, the choke control also.
When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform
engine speed. See Fig. 4-2.
IMPORTANT: When operating the tractor with the cutting deck
engaged, be certain that the throttle lever is always in the FAST
(rabbit) position.
Ignition Switch
To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch and
turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the
NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired. The
headlights will be activated in the Normal (and Reverse Caution
Modes).
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the
OFF position. See Fig. 4-3.
WARNING! Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever
into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine
and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
IMPORTANT: Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety
Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in the Operation
section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the
Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE
CAUTION MODE.
Deck Lift Lever
Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is used to
change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to
the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application.
Speed Control Lever
The speed control lever, located on the left rear fender, controls
the ground speed of the lawn tractor as well as the direction of
travel. See Figure 4-4.
To drive forward or in reverse, slowly move the speed control
lever to the desired “F” forward or “R” reverse speed.
To stop, move the speed control lever to the “N” neutral position.
When mowing, place the speed control lever in the “Cutting
Speed” position, or a slower forward speed for the best results.
Note: Do not use the parking brake pedal to control the ground
speed of the lawn tractor. Always use the speed control lever
to slow the ground speed of the lawn tractor. Depressing the
parking brake pedal with the speed control lever engaged as
part of regular operation will result in premature wear of the
drive belt.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to change the direction of travel
when the tractor is in motion. Serious damage to the tractor’s
transmission could result. Always bring the tractor to a complete
stop before moving the speed control lever from forward to
reverse or vice versa.
FAST
SLOW
CHOKE
Figure 4-2
Stop
position Start
position
Indicator
Light
Reverse
Push
Button
Normal
Driving
Mode
Reverse
Caution
Mode
Position
Figure 4-3
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