OPERATING THE MOWER

Turning

To turn steer the mower with the handlebar in the direction required. To make a tight turn, apply downward pressure on the handlebar to raise the front wheels just above ground level and steer in the required direction.

To prevent accidents do not raise the front of the mower excessively when making a turn. Never raise the rear of the mower when the engine is running.

Release the engine stop lever.

Stopping

Emergency stop: If the engine fails to stop, move the throttle lever to the ‘slow’ position and disconnect the spark plug lead.

STOP

Slopes

To prevent engine damage do not use the mower on slopes greater than 20 degrees.

Height of Cut

Move the height of cut lever sideways to disengage it from the locking notch, then push forwards to lower or pull backwards to raise the height of cut. Release the lever in the required position and ensure that it locks firmly into one of the seven notch settings.

Always select a height of cut to suit operating conditions. Prevent

 

engine overloading and blockages by avoiding low cuts in long grass

 

conditions. Be prepared to make two cuts when the grass is long.

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