Scotts SP6211 Operating, Engine Controls Handle and Cutting Height Controls, Handle Controls

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OPERATING

Engine Controls

Handle and Cutting Height Controls

A

MX1568

A - Primer Bulb

Handle Controls

A

DB

C

M93034

A- Blade Control Lever

B- Traction Clutch Lever

C- Starter Handle

D- Travel Speed Lever (SP6213)

A

B

A

B

C

C

M96540

A- Fold Handle Knobs

B- Handle Height Knobs

C- Cutting Height Levers

ADJUSTMENTS

Adjusting Cutting Height

￿CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you adjust cutting height:

STOP ENGINE.

NOTE: Adjust both levers to same height except for LOWEST cutting height (A). This adjustment improves mulching performance at lowest cutting height:

Put front wheel levers in 25 mm (1 in.) notch: First rear notch.

Put rear wheel levers in 38 mm (1-1/2 in.) notch: Second rear notch.

To help move rear wheel lever:

1.Lift lower handlebar slightly with one hand to take some weight off wheel.

2.Move height adjustment lever to desired position with other hand.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Introduction Using Your Operator’s ManualThank You for Purchasing a Scotts Product California Proposition 65 WarningRecord Identification Numbers Product IdentificationTable of Contents Safety Safety-Alert SymbolMachine Safety Labels Operate Safely Certification LabelPractice Safe Maintenance Protect ChildrenHelp Prevent Serious or Fatal Accidents Avoid Injury from Contacting Blade Before you unplug or adjust machineHandling Waste Products Handling Fuel SafelyEngine Controls Handle and Cutting Height Controls OperatingHandle Controls Stop EngineKey Cutting Height Adjustments In mm Inches Adjusting Handle HeightUpper Handle Lower HandleStarting Engine RUNNING, Blade is TurningKeep hands, feet and clothing away from the blade Forward Travel Travel SpeedsStopping Engine Using Side Discharge Chute Using Grass BagMowing Tips Bagging and Composting To Avoid ScalpingBagging Tips Mulching TipsAfter Mowing Service Literature Replacement PartsJohn Deere Quality Part NumberService Intervals Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement Engine Oil ServiceAdjusting Carburetor Avoid FumesTo Change Engine OIL from the TOP Changing Engine OilTo Change Engine OIL from the Bottom Cleaning and Replacing Air Cleaner ElementCleaning and Gapping Spark Plug Cleaning Engine Cooling FinsStop engine. Let it cool Checking and Replacing Drive Belt Cleaning Drive Belt and Transmission AreaPicture Note View is from underside of differential To Replace Drive BeltTransmission Cable Adjustment-SP6213 Lubricate Mower Axles Lubricate Drive Shaft Hub BushingsSharpening Blade Check BladeCheck Blade To Remove BladeFilling Fuel Tank Balance and Install BladeCleaning Fuel Cap Vent Troubleshooting Using Troubleshooting ChartCheck Troubleshooting Storing Machine Storing SafetyPreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Fuel and Engine For StorageRemove Mower from Storage Install Starter Rope AssemblyLawnmower Assembly Side Discharge Chute Bagger Bagger Chute Identify Parts SP6211 and SP6213Add Engine Oil Install Grass BagInsert bagging chute tab E into rear mower shield slot F Test Mower Machine Specifications SpecificationsEngine Travel Speed RangeRecommended Lubricants DimensionsLimited Warranty for NEW Scotts Brand Products WarrantyLimited Engine Warranty Tire WarrantyWarranted Parts Index Cleaning Belt and Transmission AreaStep Refer to your operator’s manual Quality StatementStep Contact your dealer Step Call the Customer Communications CenterRecord Service Dates Service Record