11
To Stop Engine and Blade
WARNING:
The blade will continue to
rotate for three seconds after the blade
control lever is released.
1.
Release safety blade control handle and the start
control button will automatically return to the off/up
position. The engine and the blade will stop within a
few seconds.
NOTE:
Engine may stop with a ratcheting sound. This
sound is the SwiftStart
™
control being reactivated/
energized for the next start.
2.
Turn safety key 1/4 turn counterclockwise to “Lock”
position. Remove key and store in a safe place.
To De-Energize SwiftStart™
•
Remove spark plug wire from spark plug. Turn
safety key to RUN position (1/4 turn clockwise).
•
While standing in the operating position, depress
the starter control button fully with your right thumb.
•
Using your left hand, pull the control handle all the
way toward the upper handle.
•
Release the button and wait until the blade and the
SwiftStart™ stop rotating.
•
Release safety blade control handle and the start
control button will automatically return to the off/up
position.
•
Remove the key.
NOTE:
Engine will crank upon actuating equipment-
starting controls, but will not spark if the spark plug wire
was removed from the spark plug as described above.
Once the engine has stopped cranking, the SwiftStart
™
is de-energized.
WARNING:
SwiftStart™ System: If the
instructions, listed below, are not followed,
amputation or severe laceration can result.
•
ALWAYS
disconnect
spark plug, de-energize
starter, lock and remove safety key BEFORE
performing ANY service to the engine or mower.
•
DO NOT attempt any maintenance or repairs to the
SwiftStart™.
•
NEVER assume starter is de-energized, even if key
is in LOCK AND REMOVE position and/or removed
from engine.
•
ALWAYS
de-energize
SwiftStart™ BEFORE
removing grass or other debris from under mower
deck; BEFORE changing oil, air filter or spark plug;
BEFORE removing blade for servicing; BEFORE
performing any other service to engine or mower;
BEFORE transporting mower.
•
ALWAYS
lock
and remove safety key and store in
a safe place until next use. The safety key is
designed and intended to be removed from engine
when not in use. Removing key will prevent
unsupervised or unexpected starting of mower by
children or unsuspecting adults. The safety key
must be in the locked position before it can be
removed.
Using Your Lawn Mower
•
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire,
bones, toys and other foreign objects which could
be tripped over or picked up and thrown by the
blade.
WARNING:
Thrown objects can cause
serious personal injury.
•
For best results, do not cut wet grass because it
tends to stick to the underside of the mower,
preventing proper discharge of grass clippings, and
could cause you to slip and fall. New grass, thick
grass or wet grass may require a narrower cut.
•
When using side-discharge mower, the best
mowing pattern is one that allows the clippings to
discharge towards the uncut part of the lawn. This
permits recutting of the clippings to further pulverize
them. When cutting high weeds, discharge towards
cut portion, then recut at right angles to initial.
•
For a healthier lawn, always cut off one-third or less
of the total length of the grass. Lawn should be cut
in the fall as long as there is growth.
WARNING:
If you strike a foreign object
with your mower, stop the engine. Remove
wire from spark plug and de-energize starter,
thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage, and repair the damage before
restarting and operating the mower.
Excessive vibration of the mower during
operation is an indication of damage. The unit
should be promptly inspected and repaired.
Mulching
•
For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass
because it tends to stick to the underside of the
deck, preventing proper mulching of grass
clippings. New or thick grass may require a
narrower cut.
•
Adjust the ground speed according to the condition
of the lawn.
•
If mowing has been delayed and the grass has
been allowed to grow in excess of 4”, do not mulch
the grass. Mow using the grass bag to reduce the
grass height to 3 1/4” maximum before mulching.
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