Operation
Location of Controls
Blade Rotation Control (1): Use the blade rotation con- trol to start and stop the rotation of the blade (see Fig- ure 13).
Clutch/Brake Pedal (2): The pedal has two functions. The first function is a clutch. The second function is a brake.
Headlight Switch (3): The headlight switch is the first part of the ignition switch. To use the lights with the en- gine running, turn the key to the position for the lights.
Ignition Switch (3): Use the ignition switch to start and stop the engine.
Shift Lever (4): Use the shift lever to change the speed of the unit.
Lift Lever (5): Use the lift lever to change the height of cut.
Parking Brake Lever (6): Use the parking brake lever to engage the brake when you leave the unit.
Throttle Control Lever (7): Use the throttle control lever to increase or decrease the speed of the engine.
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Figure 13
Use the Throttle Control
Use the throttle control (7) to increase or decrease the speed of the engine (see Figure 13).
CAUTION
Always operate the engine with the throttle control in the FAST position. If the engine runs for several minutes at slower than the FAST position, the engine and transmission will overheat and can be damaged.
1.The FAST position is marked with a detent. For normal operation and when using a grass bagger, move the throttle control to the FAST position. For maximum charging of the battery and for a cooler running engine, operate the engine in the FAST position.
2.For transport and to tow pull behind attachments, move the throttle control to the SLOW position.
3.The engine governor is set at the factory for maximum performance. Do not adjust the governor to increase the speed of the engine.
Use the Blade Rotation Control
Use the blade rotation control (1) to engage the blade(s) (see Figure 13).
1.Before you start the engine, make sure the blade rotation control (1) is in the DISENGAGE position.
2.Move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE position to rotate the blade(s).
NOTE: If the engine stops when you engage the blade(s), the seat switch or the grass bag switch is not activated.
3.Move the blade rotation control to the DIS- ENGAGE position to stop the blade(s). Before you leave the operator’s position, make sure the blade(s) has stopped rotating.
4.Before you ride the unit across a sidewalk or a road, move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position.
WARNING
Always keep your hands and feet away from the blade, deflector opening, and the mower housing when the engine runs.
Use the Shift Lever
To change the forward speed or the direction of the unit, follow the steps below.
CAUTION
Before you move the shift lever, completely push the clutch/brake pedal forward to stop the unit. If the unit is not stopped, the gearbox can be damaged.
1.Completely push the clutch/brake pedal (2) forward to stop the unit. Keep your foot on the pedal (see Figure 13).
2.Move the throttle control lever (7) to the SLOW position.
3.To go forward, move the shift lever (4) to a forward speed setting. To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse.
4.Slowly release the clutch/brake pedal. Do not keep your foot on the pedal.
5.Move the throttle control to the FAST position.
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