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* Electric Start Model Shown
ON/OFF
Switch
Figure 4-3
Using Your Lawn Mower
Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects
which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could
be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause
serious injury to the operator, others, or the equipment.
1.
Once the engine is running, press down on the lockout
lever. See Figure 4-4.
Figure 4-4
2.
Pull the blade control back against the drive control. See
Figure 4-4.
3.
While continuing to hold the blade and drive controls
together, push the drive control forward to propel mower.
See Figure 4-5. The farther the control is pushed forward,
the faster the mower will propel.
Figure 4-5
4.
Once pressure is released from the control it will return to
the neutral position and the drive will be disengaged.
NOTE:
For ease of use, while gripping the controls, simply lock
your wrist and elbows and walk - the unit will automatically
adjust to your speed.
WARNING:
The operation of any lawn mower can
result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,
which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear
safety glasses while operating the mower, or while
performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
The following information will be helpful when
operating your mower.
WARNING!
Plan your mowing pattern to avoid
discharge of materials toward roads, sidewalks,
bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging
material against a wall or obstruction which may
cause discharged material to ricochet back toward
the operator.
Do not mow at fast ground speeds, especially if mulching or a
grass collector is installed.
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Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass is prone to weed
growth and yellows quickly in dry weather.
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