Love my new X739. Quiet, smooth operation. Everything works as it should. The HC deck is superb, the HDAP tires don't scuff or harm even my soft shade lawn. Seems well made. I'm getting used to the drive over deck which is a bit fussy but the concept is good.
The only thing that is annoying is the reverse button. When the PTO is engaged, in order to go into reverse, you need to hold a button on the dash to keep the PTO running. Otherwise, the second the reverse pedal is touched, the PTO shuts off for safety.
I understand the extra safety concerns but this is too cumbersome to always lean forward and push a button to go into reverse. So far I have used my gorilla tape over the button to keep it engaged for mowing so I can freely go forward and reverse in my tight yard. Any other thoughts?
GJSnow.
The only thing that is annoying is the reverse button. When the PTO is engaged, in order to go into reverse, you need to hold a button on the dash to keep the PTO running. Otherwise, the second the reverse pedal is touched, the PTO shuts off for safety.
I understand the extra safety concerns but this is too cumbersome to always lean forward and push a button to go into reverse. So far I have used my gorilla tape over the button to keep it engaged for mowing so I can freely go forward and reverse in my tight yard. Any other thoughts?
GJSnow.