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Allis Chalmers AC-130 User Manual
The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATING THE TRACTOR section.
Throttle/Choke Control (Choke-O-Matic)
The throttle/choke controls the engine speed and choke (see Figure 1). Move the throttle/choke to the FAST position to increase engine speed and SLOW position to decrease engine speed. Always operate at full throttle. Move the throttle/choke control to the CHOKE position for starting a cold engine. A warm engine may not require choking.
Allis Chalmers AC-130 Manual Guide
The Reverse Mowing Option allows for mowing (or use of other PTO driven attachments) while traveling in reverse. If you choose to mow in reverse, turn the RMO key after the PTO is engaged. The L.E.D. light will illuminate, and the operator can then mow in reverse. Each time the PTO is engaged the RMO needs to be reactivated if desired.
Starting the Engine
- Sit in the seat and lift UP the seat adjustment lever, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat in position.
- Fully depress the brake pedal or set the parking brake with pedal fully depressed, pull UP on parking brake knob, then release pedal.
- Raise mower to highest position with the mower height adjustment lever.
- Disengage the PTO switch by pushing IN.
- Move throttle/choke control to CHOKE position.
- Insert key into ignition and turn clockwise to START position and release the key as soon as the engine starts.
- When engine starts, leave throttle/choke control in CHOKE position until engine warms up and begins to run roughly.
- Immediately move the throttle/choke control to the FAST position.
Allis Chalmers AC-130 Owner's Manual
If an operator chooses to operate a PTO driven attachment in reverse, the RMO system can be used. To use the Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) turn the RMO key after the PTO is engaged. The L.E.D. light will illuminate, and the operator can then operate the attachment in reverse. Each time the PTO is disengaged the RMO needs to be reactivated if desired. The key should be removed to restrict access to the RMO feature.