The operationof any SAFETYGLASSESlawn mower can result
in foreign objects thrown into the eyes,which can result in severe eye dam-
age. Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a standard safety glasses or wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED
The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance. It is not adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
,_CAUTION: Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the
risk of blade contact injury. Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control. The blade turns when the engine is running.
•Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which
requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start
and operate the lawn mower.
TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM
. To start forward motion, lift drive con- trol bar up to handle.
•To stop forward motion, release drive control bar.
IMPORTANT: Always keep drive control fully engaged against handle when in use.
Operator presence control bar
LEVER BACKWARD | Plate tab |
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LEVER FORWARD TO RAISE MOWER Lever
TO CONVERT MOWER
Your mowerwas shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to side discharging:
•Open mulcher door and install dis- charge deflector under door as shown.
•Mower is now ready for discharging operation.
•To convert to mulching operation, dis-
charge deflector must be removed and mulcher door must be closed.
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DRIVE
CONTROLCONTROL
ENGAGEDDISENGAGED
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit
your requirements. Medium position is best for most lawns.
•To change cutting height, squeeze ad- juster lever toward wheel. Move wheel
up or down to suit your requirements. Be sure all wheels are in the same set-
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