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2.Move throttle lever (A) to the FAST () position.
3.Lower mower to cutting height.
4.Push PTO drive lever (B) forward to ENGAGE mower blades.
NOTE: The engine and mower will stop as the drive lever is moved rearward (Automatic Model) or the gear shift lever is moved to the R (REVERSE) position (Gear Model) with mower engaged.
5. Disengage PTO before shifting to REVERSE.
Disengaging Mower
1.Pull PTO drive lever (A) back to DISENGAGE mower blades.
2.If you hit an object with mower while mowing, STOP mower and engine immediately. Inspect mower for damage.
Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger
CAUTION: Avoid injury! To help prevent personal injury, do the following steps before you dismount to inspect or unplug mower or bagger.
1.STOP machine.
2.Pull PTO drive lever (A) back to DISENGAGE mower blades.
3.Move throttle lever to SLOW () position.
4.Lower mower to the ground.
5.LOCK park brake.
6.STOP engine.
7.Remove key.
8.Wait for all moving parts to STOP.
Using Mower Deck Side Discharge - 42-Inch Mower Decks
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you adjust
mower: STOP engine, remove key, and wait for blades to STOP.
Be careful, sharp edges on mower blades. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades.
NOTE: For maximum side discharge operation, it may be necessary to change the mower blades, see Servicing Mower Blades in the SERVICE MOWER section.
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