operation

6. Engage the mower deck by pulling out the

 

blade switch.

 

7. Move throttle control to full throttle (not choke).

 

The machine’s speed and direction are

 

continuously variable using the two steering

 

controls. When both controls are in the neutral

 

position, the machine stands still.

 

By moving both controls an equal amount

 

forward or backward, the machine moves in a

 

straight line forward or backward respectively.

 

In order, for example, to turn right while moving

 

forward, move the right control towards the

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neutral position. The rotation of the right wheel

Set blade engagement and throttle control

is reduced and the machine turns to the right.

 

Turning on the spot can be achieved by

 

moving one control backward (behind the

 

neutral position) and carefully moving the

 

other steering control forward from its neutral

 

position.

 

Operating On Hills

 

Read the Safety Instructions “Driving on Slopes” in the

 

“Safety Instructions”.

 

WARNING!

 

Do not drive up or down hills with

 

slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not

 

drive across slopes.

 

• The slowest speed possible should be used

 

before starting up or down hills.

 

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

 

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, pull drive

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levers into the neutral position and push to

Place controls in neutral position

the outside of the unit and engage the parking

 

brake.

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Control levers return to neutral when released. This may cause the mower to suddenly stop.

To restart movement, release the parking brake.

Pull the control levers back to the center of the mower and press forward to regain forward motion.

Make all turns slowly.

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Released parking brake

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