Weed Eater 96024000100, WE261 To Operate Mower, To Stop Mower Blade, Disengage deck clutch lever

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TO OPERATE MOWER

Your riding mower is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the deck clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

1.Select desired height of cut.

2.Start mower blade by engaging deck clutch lever.

TO STOP MOWER BLADE-

Disengage deck clutch lever.

Deck Clutch Lever

Mower Height

"Disengaged" Position

Adjustment High

 

Position

 

Mower Height

Deck Clutch Lever

Adjustment

Low Position

"Engaged" Position

 

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direc- tion with the deck clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position.

WARNING: Backing up with the deck clutch engaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to al- low reverse operation with the deck clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposi- tion the machine with the attachment

engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM -

Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the mowing area.

1.Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

2.With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi- tion.

3.Look down and behind before and while backing.

4.Slowly move motion control lever to reverse (R) position to start movement.

5.When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.

ROS "ON" Position

Engine "ON" Position

 

(Normal Operating)

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

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Deflector Shield

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Contents WE261 Warranty Table of ContentsAlways wear eye protection when operat- ing machine Safety RulesGeneral Operation II. Slope Operation IV. Service Safe Handling of GasolineIII. Children Never operate machine in a closed area General ServiceRead and observe the safety rules Product SpecificationsUnassembled Parts Customer ResponsibilitiesTools Required for Assembly ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATIONHOW to SET UP Your Riding Mower Install Steering Column To Remove Riding Mower from CartonCheck Tire Pressure Check BatteryCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Positon of Mower Drive BeltCHECKLIST Operation ROS Know Your Riding MowerTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height HOW to USE Your Riding MowerTo SET Parking Brake StoppingTo Operate Mower Using the Reverse Operation SystemTo Stop Mower Blade Disengage deck clutch leverTo Start Engine Before Starting the EngineRecoil Starting System Mowing TipsGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceBefore Each USE Brake Operation Riding MowerTires Axle and SpindlesEngine BeltAIR Filter To Install Mower Service and AdjustmentsRiding Mower To Remove MowerSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Level Mower HousingFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment To Adjust BrakeTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery Replacing BatteryInterlocks and Relays EngineTo Replace Fuse Storage BatteryMower OtherProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting ChartEngine continues to Riding Mower -CATALOG NO. WE261 SchematicElectrical KEY Part Description Chassis PAN, Seat Drive Service KIT, Transaxle Steering Wheel ASM Front Mower Deck Mandrel ASM Decals Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Parts and Service
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96024000100, 532 43 32-03, 96022000700, WE261 specifications

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