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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figure 6 for locations.
Engine/Blade Control Handle
The engine/blade control handle must be
held against the handlebar to start the engine
and blade.
IMPORTANT:
The Engine/Blade Control
feature stops engine and blade within 3
seconds of operator releasing handlebar.
Check this feature frequently. If feature fails
to operate, disconnect spark plug wire and
adjust or have it repaired before using unit.
Handlebar
Adjust handlebar to a safe and comfortable
height. See
Recoil Starter Handle
When pulled, handle will turn engine over.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
To change cutting height, move cutting height
levers one notch at a time to set desired
height (Figure 8).
OPERATION
WARNING:
Improper operation
can lead to injury. Learn what the
controls do and how they work.
Thoroughly read and understand
entire Operator Manual.
CAUTION:
AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire
Safety
section before proceeding.
CAUTION:
Check function of
Engine/Blade Control Handle
regularly. Improper function of
control could cause injury.
STOP
START and RUN
Figure 7
DANGER:
Avoid injury from
rotating blade.
ALWAYS shut off engine before
adjusting cutting height.
Cutting Height Settings Chart
Notch
Cut grass length
1
1" (25 mm)
2
1-1/2" (38 mm)
3
2" (51 mm)
4
2-1/2" (64 mm)
5
3" (76 mm)
6
3-1/2" (89 mm)
7
4" (102 mm)
Figure 8
1. Cutting Height Lever
2. Lowest Position
3. Highest Position