General Operating Instructions
Operation
BEFORE OPERATION
Clear the lawn of all sticks, stones, wire and other debris which may be caught or thrown by the mower blades.
Check grass condition. If wet, wait until later in the day. If grass is wet, the grass catcher is likely to become plugged.
For efficient bagging, air circulation under the mower deck, through the chute and into the bag is very important.
For this reason, BEFORE YOU BEGIN MOWING you should make certain the underside of the mower and the underside of the catcher lid are free from grass and debris.
Make sure that there is a snug fit between mower deck, blower housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.
MOWING WITH THE DOUBLE / TRIPLE CATCHER
Always operate with throttle at full speed when mowing.
Always wear hearing protection when operating grass catcher.
Grass should be cut often, and not too short. If grass is too long or lush it may be necessary to keep ground speed to a minimum or to cut only half the width of the mower to prevent clogging. If grass is long, operate with mower in high cutting position for first pass, cutting again in a lower position on a second pass.
Do not open the cover with mower engaged.
If a large amount of cut grass is spilling out from under deck, the tube may be plugged or the bags may be full— discontinue mowing, stop the rider, disengage the PTO and then empty the catcher or clear the tube.
WARNING
ALWAYS shut off the tractor. disengage the PTO, and allow all moving parts to stop BEFORE disconnecting or clearing tube, or emptying catcher.
Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do not stop or park rider over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear
and can cause hearing loss though extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this machine.
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