NOTE: Make certain the drive cable is routed around the outside and above the lower handle so it does not interfere with attaching the grass bag.
•The rope guide, which is connected to the support rod, is located on the right side of lower handle. See Figure 5.
•With the spark plug wire disconnected and grounded, hold the blade control handle against the upper handle, and pull the starter rope out of the engine. Release the blade control handle. Slip the starter rope into the rope guide.
| Lower |
| Handle |
Starter |
|
Rope |
|
| Support |
Rope | Rod |
Guide |
|
Figure 5
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrations in Figure 6 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right lower handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter to start the unit. See Figure 6.
Blade Control Handle
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. The blade control handle must be depressed in order to operate the unit. Release blade control handle to stop engine and blade. See Figure 6.
WARNING: This blade control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the Adjustment Section in this manual. See Figure 6.
Drive Clutch Control
The drive clutch control is located on the upper handle. Squeeze the drive control to engage the drive system. Release the clutch control to disengage the drive system. Release the clutch control to slow down when approaching an obstacle, making a turn, or stopping. See Figure 6.
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located on the drive clutch control housing on the upper handle. This lever is used to select the forward speed of the mower. When changing speed selection, release the drive clutch control. See Figure 6.
NOTE: Move the shift lever only when the engine is running. Changing the shift lever setting with the engine off can cause damage to the mower.
Engine Controls
See the separate engine manual for the location and function of the controls on the engine.
Stopping Engine
•Release blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade.
•Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it to the post on the engine.
| Blade Control |
| Handle |
| Shift Lever |
| Cutting Height |
Drive Clutch | Adjustment Lever |
| |
Control | Mulching |
| |
Recoil | Plug |
| |
Starter |
|
Discharge |
|
Chute |
|
Figure 6
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