So I was about to modify my RIO option on my new 1025r yesterday so the Mid PTO wouldnt disengage whenever I reverse my tractor when mowing. I decided to look at the manual 1 more time before I went through with the modification. This option may be the case on new tractors, but I wanted people to be aware of the option before they go an modify their RIO Switch.
If you recently purchased a new tractor, take a look at page 06-6 of the operations manual, I attached a picture for reference.
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If you notice, for new tractors, you dont have to modify the RIO switch to keep the MID PTO (Mower) running while you back up. In order to keep the blades going, you pull out of the PTO switch as you back up. I'm glad I referred back to the manual before I cut any wires, it saved me some time in the long run, and with 12hrs on the machine, I didnt want to modify anything just yet.
If you recently purchased a new tractor, take a look at page 06-6 of the operations manual, I attached a picture for reference.
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[/IMG]If you notice, for new tractors, you dont have to modify the RIO switch to keep the MID PTO (Mower) running while you back up. In order to keep the blades going, you pull out of the PTO switch as you back up. I'm glad I referred back to the manual before I cut any wires, it saved me some time in the long run, and with 12hrs on the machine, I didnt want to modify anything just yet.