
OPERATING
NOTE: In cold weather or with a new machine, allow engine to reach operating temperature before engaging PTO to prevent engine from stalling.
5.Pull PTO knob (B) up to engage mower deck.
6.Move throttle lever to the fast position (C).
NOTE: The travel speed and turn rate will vary with the amount that the motion control levers are moved.
7.Push motion control levers (D) forward slowly. Mow at a safe travel speed.
Stopping the Engine
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To help prevent engine back- firing, throttle lever should be set at the
Do not stop engine when mower is on a slope of more than 30 degrees for an extended period of time. Oil may run through valve train into carburetor and muffler.
1.Lock park brake.
2.Reduce engine speed to
3.Turn key switch to STOP position (C).
4.Remove key.
Using Pump Free-Wheel Valves
CAUTION: Avoid injury! With the
•The machine may
•Park the machine on a level surface before opening the
IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Transmission damage may occur if the machine is towed or moved incorrectly:
•Move machine by hand only.
•Do not use another vehicle to move machine.
•Do not tow machine.
NOTE: The pump
When the machine needs to be moved without starting the engine, use the pump
1. Lock park brake.
BC
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2.Turn both pump
3.Unlock park brake.
4.Push machine to desired location. Due to hydraulic system drag, machine will move slowly.
5.Turn pump
6.Lock park brake.
Transporting Machine on a Trailer
Use a
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Use extra care when load- ing or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
•Close fuel
1.Raise mower deck to the transport position.
2.Drive machine onto a trailer.
3.Stop engine and lock park brake.
4.Remove key.
5.Fasten machine to trailer with
Mowing Tips
•Mow grass with throttle lever in the full fast position.
•Cut grass when it is dry.
•Keep mower deck and discharge chute clean.
•Mow with sharp blades.
•Properly level mower deck for a smooth cut.
•Mow grass high and often.
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