John Deere L2048 - Manual (Page 27)

Operating - 23
OPERATING
Using Mower
1. Start engine and run at half speed for a couple of
minutes to warm up.
2. Lower mower to desired cutting height position.
3. Engage mower.
MX10501; MX7697
• On models with electric PTO: Pull PTO switch (A) up.
• On models with mechanical PTO: Push PTO lever
(B) forward.
4. Push throttle lever (C) up to the full throttle position.
NOTE: The mower and engine will stop as the reverse
foot pedal is depressed for Automatic Transmission or
when the gear shift lever is moved to the R (reverse)
position for Gear Transmission with mower engaged.
5. Disengage mower blades before moving in reverse.
• Tractors with mechanical PTO: Pull PTO lever back.
• Tractors with electric PTO: Push PTO switch down.
Pushing Machine
1. Unlock the park brake.
2. Put transmission in N (neutral).
MX7691
3. On Automatic Models: Pull out on free-wheeling lever
(A).
4. Push machine to desired location.
5. On Automatic Models: Push free-wheeling lever back in.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Stay clear of rotating
drivelines:
• Entanglement in rotating driveline can
cause serious injury or death.
• Wear close fitting clothing.
• Stop the engine and be sure PTO driveline
is stopped before getting near it.
• Make sure that all shields are installed and
used properly.
A
C
B
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! With the free-wheeling
valve open, the machine will have unrestricted
motion.
• The machine may free-wheel out of control if
the free-wheeling valve is opened with the
machine on an incline.
• Park the machine on a level surface before
opening the free-wheeling valve.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Transmission damage
may occur if the machine is towed or moved
incorrectly:
• Move unit by hand only.
• Do not use another vehicle to move unit.
• Do not tow unit.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The transmission
might be damaged if the free-wheeling lever is not
pushed back in completely before attempting to
start the engine. Do not start or operate the machine
with the free-wheeling lever pulled out.
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