Ferris Industries DDSKAV23CE, DDSKAV15CE, DDSKAV17CE Operating the Dual Drive Walk-Behind, Mowing

Operating the Dual Drive Walk-Behind

MOWING

Before mowing, set the cutting height as described in the Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service section.

1.Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the motion control lever is in the NEUTRAL position.

2.Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).

3.Set the throttle to FULL.

4.Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch (E, Figure 1).

5.Begin mowing. See Lawn Care section for tips on mowing patterns, lawn care, and trouble shooting information.

6.When finished, shut off the PTO.

7.Stop the engine (see STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND ENGINE).

PUSHING THE MOWER BY HAND

DO NOT TOW MACHINE

Towing the machine will cause hydraulic transaxle damage. Do not use another vehi- cle to push or pull this unit.

1.Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition OFF, and remove the key.

2.To disengage the transmissions (free-wheel position), lift the hydraulic release levers (A, Figure 3) located in front of the transmission fan screen. Lock into position shown in Figure 3.

3.Disengage the parking brake.

The mower can now be pushed by hand.

4.After moving the mower, re-engage the transmis- sions (drive position) by unlocking the levers and returning them to the down position. If the levers are not completely down, a partial by-pass may potential- ly damage the transmissions.

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Figure 3. Hydraulic System By-Pass

A.Hydraulic Release Lever (right-hand side shown)

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