Operating Mechanical Front Wheel Drive

LV14150-UN-25APR11

LV15740-UN-08MAY12

OOS

A - MFWD Shift Lever

Use mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD) as required for better traction.

CAUTION: Mechanical front wheel drive greatly increases traction. When used, extra caution is needed on slopes. Compared to 2-wheel drive, a mechanical front wheel drive tractor maintains traction on steeper slopes, increasing the possibility of a tip-over.

When driving on icy, wet or graveled surfaces, reduce speed and be sure tractor is properly ballasted to avoid skidding and loss of steering control. For best control, engage mechanical front wheel drive.

IMPORTANT: To extend tire life, engage mechanical front wheel drive only when needed. DO NOT engage when driving on hard surfaces.

DO NOT install tire chains on tractor front wheels. Chains will strike and damage tractor.

To prevent transmission damage, DO NOT engage or disengage mechanical front wheel drive on the go.

For Cab: Depress clutch pedal and stop tractor before engaging or disengaging MFWD. Push MFWD shift lever (A) forward to engage, and pull lever back to disengage MFWD.

For OOS: Depress clutch pedal and stop tractor before engaging or disengaging MFWD. Pull MFWD shift lever (A) up to engage, and push lever down to disengage MFWD.