Adjusting the Cutting Height
Using the Cutting Height Lever located under the Access Cover (Figure 20), adjust the Cutting Height so that you cut off only one (1) to two (2) inches of grass at a time.
1. | Open the Access Cover and remove the | |
| Safety Key. | |
2. | Make sure all four (4) Wheels are level. | |
Access Cover | Push the Lever out of its present | |
3. | ||
| notched position and move the Lever | |
Cutting Height Lever | up or down to the desired level. When | |
you reach the desired level, simply | ||
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| release the Lever into the notch. | |
TIP | To easily move the Cutting Height | |
| Lever, hold the Handlebar with your | |
| right hand to keep the Mower steady | |
| and adjust the Lever with your left | |
| hand. |
Figure 20
Each position adjusts the Mower’s Blade level to a different Cutting Height. Pushing the Cutting Height Lever towards Position 1 cuts more grass (which leaves your grass shorter); pushing the Lever towards Position 4 cuts less grass (leaving your grass longer).
The following table lists the final cut grass heights.
Lever Position | Cut Height |
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1 | 1.2" (3.0 cm) |
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2 | 1.5" (3.8 cm) |
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3 | 2.0" (5.1 cm) |
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4 | 2.8" (7.0 cm) |
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Mowing on Slopes
Slopes are a major factor related to
Always:
•Use caution on slopes. Exercise caution when
Whenever possible, mow across the face of slopes, not up and down. changing direction on slopes.
•Remove objects such as rocks and tree limbs, or any other potential object possibly thrown by the Mower Blade. Objects struck by the Mower Blade can cause severe injuries.
•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Never:
•Never mow near
•Never mow steep slopes or any other areas where stability or traction is in doubt.
•Never mow on wet grass. Unsure footing could cause you to slip.
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