operation
Running
1.Release the parking brake by moving the lever downward.
NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.
2.Move the steering controls to the neutral position
(N).
3.Select the cutting height with the cutting height adjustment pedal.
4.Make sure the work area is free from objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades.
5.Engage the mower deck by pulling out the blade switch.
WARNING!
Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade control lever.
Released parking brake
The mower deck’s lifting lever
6.Move throttle control to full throttle.
7.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 neutral position. The rotation of the right wheel is reduced and the machine turns to the right.
Turning on the spot (zero turn) can be achieved by moving one control backward (behind the neutral position) and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position.
Set blade engagement and throttle control
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