Using Reverse Implement Option (RIO)

1. CAUTION: Rotating blades are dangerous. Children or bystanders may be injured by runover and rotating blades.

   Before backing up, carefully check the area around the machine.

   NOTE: Backing up while mower is engaged is strongly discouraged. The Reverse Implement Option should be used only when operating another attachment or when operator deems it necessary to reposition machine with mower engaged.

   Stop machine forward travel with attachment engaged.

2. Look behind machine to be sure there are no bystanders.

3. NOTE: If attachment stops while repositioning machine, return PTO/RIO switch to off position. Begin again with Step 2 in procedure.

   
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   There are two methods to operate RIO.
   • NOTE: Which indicator light(s) are lighted is dependent on rear PTO presence/position.
     Pull out PTO/RIO switch (A) past the PTO engagement position to activate the reverse implement option while depressing reverse travel pedal slightly. Instrument panel PTO indicator light(s) (C) will blink when RIO is engaged.
   • Push and hold in the reverse implement switch (B) while depressing reverse foot pedal. Instrument panel PTO indicator light(s) (C) will blink when RIO is engaged.
   
   

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4. As machine begins to move backward, release RIO or PTO/RIO switch and reposition machine. Instrument panel PTO indicator light(s) will stop blinking when switch is released.

5. Resume forward travel. The attachment should continue operating.

6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to reposition machine again.