OPERATION
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figures 1 and 6 for Controls and Features.
WARNING: DO NOT attempt to start your engine at this time. Familiarize yourself with controls to see what they do and how they work. Thoroughly read and understand entire Operators Manual first.
Engine/Blade Control
CAUTION: Check function of Engine/Blade Control regularly. Improper function of control could cause injury.
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operations to keep the engine running.
Releasing the control during operation stops the engine and blade.
Handlebar
Handlebar adjusts to four positions by selecting holes in braces. Select a safe, comfortable height and place pin through hole in brace that is closest to that height. Refer to Adjustment Section for instructions.
Recoil Starter Handle
When pulled, handle will turn engine over.
Cutting Height – Standard Models
DANGER: To avoid inadvertent blade contact, NEVER attempt to make any cutting height adjustment while engine is running.
CAUTION: On
To change cutting height, move cutting height levers one notch at a time on each wheel until desired height of cut is obtained. (Figure 6)
Cutting Height Settings Chart
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NOTE: Each wheel on mower must be set at the same height for a level cut.
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1. | Cutting Height Lever |
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2. | Notches |
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3. | Clevis Pin & Swivel Height Adjustment | ||
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5. | Linchpin Storage Hole (Free) | ||
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