OPERATION
20
Drive Clutch Lever
Push the drive clutch lever
forward to propel the mower.
Release the drive clutch lever to
stop the mower’s forward
movement.
HXA (hydrostatic transmission model): You can cont rol self-
propelled speed with the drive clutch lever. The mower will move
gradually faster as you push the drive clutch lever forward. If you push
the lever all the way forward to the handlebar, the mower will move at
the speed determined by the shift lever setting (see page 21).
When moving and using the drive clutch lever to change self-propelled
speed, continue to fully hold the blade control lever against the
handlebar. This will help to extend the service life of the blade control
mechanism. Use the shift lever (page 21) to change the maximum
speed so you can hold the drive clutch lever comfortably against the
handlebar.
All Models: For self-propelled mowing, press the button on top of the
blade control lever, push the blade control lever for ward, then push t he
drive clutch lever forward. The drive clutch lever can be used to hold
the blade control lever against the handlebar.
Always release the drive clutch lever before starting the engine. If the
drive clutch is engaged, the mower will move forward when you
operate the starter.
DRIVE CLUTCH LEVE
R
BLADE CONTROL LEVER