OPERATION
Running
1.Release the parking brake by moving the lever downward.
NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.
2.Move the steering controls to the neutral position (N).
3.Select the cutting height by setting the cutting height pin into the desired hole. Release foot pedal latch and lower deck to set cutting height.
4.Make sure the work area is free from objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades.
WARNING!
Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch.
5.Engage the mower deck by pulling out the blade switch.
6.Move throttle control to full throttle (rabbit symbol).
7.The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. When both controls are in the neutral position, the machine stands still.
By moving both controls an equal amount forward or backward, the machine moves in a straight line forward or backward respectively.
Parking brake
Cutting height selection
Engage the mower deck and move the throttle to FULL
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