OPERATION This chapter tells you how to operate the mower safely and effectively.
MOWING PRECAUTIONS .......................... 24
STARTING THE ENGINE .............. : ........... 25
OPERATING THE CONTROLS FOR MOWING. ........ 27
Throttle Lever.. ................................ 27
Flywheel Brake Lever. ........................... 27
STOPPING THE ENGINE .......................... 28
SAFE MOWING PRACTICES ....................... 29
Slopes ........................................ 29
Obstacles ..................................... 30
Gravel and Loose Objects ........................ 30
MOWING TIPS. .................................. 31
WhentoMow
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Cutting Height. ................................. 31
Cutting Width. .................................. 31
Blade Speed ................................... 32
Blade Sharpness. ............................... 32
Dry Grass ..................................... 32
WetGrass ..................................... 32
Fallen Leaves .................................. 32
Clogged Mower Deck. ........................... 32
Mowing Patterns. ............................... 33
Mulching .................................... 33
Bagging ..................................... 33
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