OPERATING MOWER
Operate Mower Safely
•In addition to reading your Operator’s Manual, view your Mowing Safety Video.
Check Ground Conditions
when engine is running.
•DISENGAGE PTO lever to stop mower blades when you are not using mower.
Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower
A
B
•Clear mowing area of objects that might be thrown. Keep people and pets out of mowing area.
•Study mowing area. Set up safe mowing pattern. Do not mow under conditions where traction or stability is doubtful.
•First, test drive area with PTO lever DISENGAGED and mower lowered. Slow down when you travel over rough ground.
1.Push down on lift lever (A) slightly and hold locking lever
(B) down with thumb.
2.Move lift lever (A) DOWN to LOWER mower or UP to RAISE mower.
3.Release locking lever lock (B) to keep lift lever (A) in position.
Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades
Before you dismount to unplug or adjust mower:
•DISENGAGE PTO lever to stop mower blades.
•STOP the engine.
•LOCK the park brake.
•Remove key.
•Wait for mower blades to STOP.
•Keep hands, feet and clothing away from mower deck
Adjusting Cutting Height
Cutting height can be adjusted from 38 – 102 mm
Check tractor tire pressure. (See Checking Tire Pressure in Service Miscellaneous section.)
To adjust cutting height:
A
B
1.Push down on lift lever (A) slightly and hold locking lever
(B) down with thumb.
2.Move lift lever (A) to desired cutting height.
3.Release locking lever (B) to keep lift lever (A) in position.
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