3. CONTROLS
SHIFT LEVER
The shift lever selects the drive speed for the mower. Move the shift lever to
select the pace at which you wish to mow.
NOTE:
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The mower will lurch if you shift gears while the drive clutch is engaged.
Release the drive clutch lever before moving the shift lever.
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To avoid incomplete gear engagement, be sure the shift lever is centered
in one of the three detent positions.
MAXIMUM SPEED:
Position
1 (SLOW):
2.6 f?/sec (0.8 m/set)
Position 2 (MEDIUM): 3.9 ft/sec (1.2 m/set)
Position 3 (FAST): 4.6 ft/sec (1.4 m/set)
SHIFT LEVER
HANDLEBAR
KING KNOBS
HANDLEBAR LOCKING KNOBS
The handlebar locking knobs must be
tightened to secure the handlebar in
the mowing position. These knobs can
be loosened to fold the handlebar for
storage or transport convenience (see
page 53).