OPERATING THE MOWER
MOWING TIPS Your mower is designed to trim closely on the left hand side and discharge
clippings evenly on the right hand side.
For best cut quality, run the engine with the throttle lever in
FAST.
Always mow in daylight, or under good artificial light.
Mowing on Slopes Mow across slopes, not up and down. Avoid steep slopes (more than 20”) and be
careful when changing direction.
When changing direction, always turn the mower up-slope. This will give you
better control and help you maintain your balance.
Avoid abrupt changes of direction or speed when operating on slopes.
Avoid stopping on a slope. If you must stop on a slope, apply the parking brake if
you leave the machine unattended. To start on a slope, keep the throttle at
SLOW
to help you avoid abrupt changes of direction.
Mowing on a slope when the grass is damp or wet could cause you to slip, fall, or
lose control of the mower.
PARKING THE MOWER To stop the mower:
1. Pull both forward direction control levers to the rear to apply the brakes.
2. Press the parking brake pedal to lock the brakes on.
3. Pull the blade control to
OFF.
4. Move the throttle to
SLOW
and let the engine idle.
5. Turn the key off and remove it.
6. Turn the carburetor fuel valve
OFF.
Try to park the mower on level ground. If you must park it on a slope, apply the
parking brake securly to prevent the mower from rolling. Always remove the key
when leaving the mower unattended to prevent children or unauthorized persons
from operating it.
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