The operationof any lawn mower can result
in foreign objects thrown into the eyes,which can result in severe eye dam-
age. Always wear safety glasses or eye shieldswhile operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustmentsor repairs. We recommend a standardsafety glasses or wide vision safety maskworn over spectacles.
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED
The engine speed was set at the factory
for optimum performance. Speed is not adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
AI:_CAUTION: Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the
risk of blade contact injury. Do not under
any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control. The blade turns when the engine is running.
•Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which
requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start
and operate the lawn mower.
TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM
•To start forward motion, lift drive con- trol bar up to handle.
•To stop forward motion, release drive control bar.
IMPORTANT: Always keep drive control fully engaged against handle when in use.
Operator
presence control bar
DRIVECONTROLENGAGED
DRIVECONTROLDtSENGAGED
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit your requirements. Medium position is best for most lawns.
•To change cutting height, squeeze ad- juster lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your requirements. Be
sure all wheels are in the same setting. NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also,
LEVERBACKWARDPlate tab
TO LOWER MOWER
LEVER FORWARD TO RAISE MOWER Lever