Country Home Products DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Engaging the Wheel Drive, Engaging the Blade

Engaging the Wheel Drive

The DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER has a three-speed forward transmission and single-speed reverse. Forward speeds range from 1.1 mph in first gear to 2.2 mph in third gear. Use the lower gears for mowing in thick, woody vegetation and the higher gears for wide-open areas and lighter vegetation, or as "travel gears." Reverse is ideal for maneuvering in tight spots.

Note: Always release the wheel clutch lever (Figure 4, on page 11) when shifting gears.

1.Move the shift lever (Figure 4) to any desired gear.

2.Gently squeeze the wheel clutch lever to engage a gear.

3.Release the clutch if you need to slow down or stop.

Engaging the Blade

1.Hold down the operator presence lever. (Figure 4)

2.Squeeze the blade clutch lever. (Figure 4)

Note: If you squeeze the blade clutch lever before holding down the operator presence lever the engine will shut off.

WARNING! Always disengage the blade of the DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER before shifting into reverse.

Stopping the Blade

Release the blade clutch lever. (Figure 4)

Note: Releasing the operator presence lever (Figure 4) while the blade is engaged will cause the engine to shut off.

11 DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions