Operation
Backward
1.Move the levers to the center, unlocked position.
2.To go backward, slowly pull the motion control levers rearward (Figure 12).
To go straight, apply equal pressure to both motion control levers (Figure 12).
To turn, release the pressure on the motion control lever toward the direction you want to turn (Figure 12).
To stop, push the motion control levers to neutral.
CAUTION
Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the mower while it is unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and move the motion control levers outward to the neutral position and apply the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes.
Stopping the Machine
To stop the machine, move the motion control levers to neutral and outward to the neutral position, disengage the blade control switch, move the throttle lever to between Fast and half throttle, and turn the ignition key to off. Remember to remove the key from the ignition switch.
Adjusting the Height of Cut
1.Raise the deck to the transport position (4.5 inch (114 mm) cut height) by pushing the foot actuated lever forward (Figure 14). The spring loaded transport pin will automatically engage and will click into place.
Tracking Adjustment
If the machine turns right or left when handles are pushed forward together, adjust the stop on the side opposite the direction of turn (see Figure 13). Loosen the screws that hold the motion control limiter stop. Move the stop back until the unit drives straight. Tighten the screws to lock the stop in place. Readjust handles if necessary.
Figure 13
1. Control arm shaft | 3. Adjust stop |
2.Limiter stop screws
Figure 14
1. | Push forward | 4. | Height adjuster pin |
2. | Foot actuated | 5. | Transport release handle |
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2.Move the deck height adjuster pin to the desired cut height.
3.Push the foot lever forward, pull the transport release handle up and let the deck lower down to
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