Operating Tractor PTO
LV6157

Straddle Mount and Hi-Crop
LV8427

IOOS Tractor Shown; Cab Similar


A-Hand Throttle Lever
B-540E Operation Speed
C-540 Operation Speed

NOTE: Engine will not start if PTO clutch lever is engaged.

1. Depress clutch pedal, start engine and push hand throttle lever (A) forward until tachometer indicates PTO rated speed of 1700 rpm for 540E operation (B) or 2400 rpm for standard 540 operation (C).

NOTE: Engine speed is mechanically limited to a maximum of 1900 rpm (no load) or 1700 rpm (load) when in 540E position. 540E operation will not engage if engine speed is above 1900 rpm (no load) or 1700 rpm (load).

LV8609

Late Model Shown; Early Model Similar

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2. Move control lever (A) inward and forward to engage PTO. PTO indicator (B) will light when PTO is engaged.

IMPORTANT: A warning alarm will sound for a few seconds if you leave seat with PTO engaged.

causym CAUTION: Turn key off to stop engine and make sure all mechanisms have stopped before cleaning out machine or making any adjustments to PTO-driven implement.

3. Pull control lever back to disengage PTO.


A-PTO Control Lever
B-PTO Indicator

LV6163

Straddle Mount and Hi-Crop

LV6156

IOOS Shown; Cab Similar

LV8435

Late Model Shown; Early Model Similar

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