Using Reverse Implement Option (RIO)

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

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

   NOTE: Backing up while mower is engaged is 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 that there are no bystanders.

3. 
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   There are two methods to operate RIO.
   • NOTE: See the Instrument Cluster section for a description of the two PTO indicators.
     Pull out RIO switch (A) past the PTO engagement position to activate the reverse implement option, then depress reverse travel pedal slightly.
   • Push and hold in the reverse implement switch (B), then depress reverse foot pedal (fully push RIO first).
   
   

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4. As machine begins to move backward, release RIO switch and reposition machine.

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

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

   NOTE: Tractors equipped with optional Front PTO kit installed, the front implements will rotate without engaging RIO.