Theattachmentscanbeusedduring theenginewarm-uppedodandmay

requirethechokecontrolbe pulled out

slightly,

NOTE: ffat a highaltitude(above 3000 feet)

or in coldt_res (below 32 F) 61e carburetorfuel mixturemay need to be a_tmted for best engine perfom_nce, See "To ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service

and Adjuatn_nts sec_on of this manual.

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Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing performance. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming.

Ddve so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the dght of the tractor. This will result in a more even distdbu- tion of clippings and more uniform cutting.

When mowing large areas, start by turning to the dght so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, ddveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished.

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dded clip- pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

Always operate engine at full throtUe

when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower the best cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used.

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