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Figure 14
Change Directions
CAUTION: To change directions, do not use the left brake pedal. Use only the speed control pedals.
1.Slowly remove your foot from the forward speed control pedal (1) or reverse speed control pedal (2) (see Figure 14). The forward speed control pedal or reverse speed control pedal will automatically return to the NEUTRAL position.
2.When the unit stops, slowly move the forward speed control pedal or reverse speed control pedal to the desired direction.
Disconnect the Transmission
To push the unit, use the automatic drive disconnect to release the transmission. The automatic drive discon- nect is located near the right rear tire.
1.The engine must be off.
2.Move and latch the automatic drive disconnect in the PUSH position (see B, Figure 12). The trans- mission is now released and the unit can be pushed.
NOTE: In cold weather, the heavy viscosity oil in the transmission will make the unit difficult to push.
3.To engage the transmission, unlatch and
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Use the Parking Brake
1.Fully depress the clutch/brake pedal (see Figure 13).
2.Pull up the parking brake knob (Figure 15).
3.Remove your foot from the clutch/brake pedal and then release the parking brake knob. Make sure the parking brake will hold the unit.
4.To release the parking brake, fully depress the clutch/brake pedal. The parking brake will automat- ically release.
WARNING
Before you leave the operator’s position, release the speed control pedal. Set the parking brake. Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position. Stop the engine and remove the ignition key.
Figure 15
Change the Cutting Height
To change the cutting height, raise or lower the lift lever as follows.
1.Move the lift lever forward to lower the mower deck and back to raise the mower deck (see Figure 16).
2.When you ride on a sidewalk or road, move the lift lever to the highest position and move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position (see Figure 9).
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