Dixon 5501 manual OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued, Braking, Ground Speed, Choke Control Lever

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS: (Continued)

BRAKING:

To brake mower, move both levers in direction opposite of travel, release levers to neutral, set parking brake. Park only on level surfaces.

GROUND SPEED:

Ground speed (controlled by movement of hand levers) must be carefully controlled for safety and best mowing results. Never operate at high speed in unfamiliar areas or on slopes.

CHOKE CONTROL LEVER:

Used to start a cold engine. (Engine has not been operated for a length of time). Located on control panel to operators right.

THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER:

Controls engine speed, slow to maximum. Lever should be set to the maximum or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower deck blade speed while mowing.

MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER:

Controls the cutting height of the mower deck. Seven positions of adjustment in which the very top, or highest notch, is used for transporting the mower in a non-mowing situation. Located in front of operator on the right side of mower.

BLADE DRIVE:

To engage the mower deck cutter blades, lift switch up lightly and push forward. To disengage blades, pull switch backward. Switch is clearly marked "on and off".

CIRCUIT BREAKER:

Protection of the electrical system is by (1) 15 amp circuit breaker. If circuit breaker engages, push button to reset. If this condition repeats, consult dealer for inspection and repair.

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