Not for
Reproduction
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While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually return
back toward neutral. Repeat several times.
NOTE: To prevent pivoting directly on the tire tread, it is best
to keep both wheels going at least slightly forward.
Practice Turning in Place
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To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one ground speed
control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from
neutral simultaneously. Repeat several times.
NOTE: Changing the amount each lever is pulled—forward or
back, changes the “pivot point” you turn on.
Advanced Driving
Executing an End-Of-Row Zero Turn
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Your Zero Turn Rider’s unique ability to turn in place allows you
to turn around at the end of a cutting row rather than having to
stop and Y-turn before starting a new row.
For example, to execute a left end-of row zero turn:
1.
Slow down at the end of the row.
2.
Move the RIGHT ground speed control lever forward slightly
while moving the LEFT ground speed control lever back to
center and then slightly back from center.
3.
Begin mowing forward again.
This technique turns the rider LEFT and slightly overlaps the
row just cut —eliminating the need to back up and re-cut missed
grass.
As you become more familiar and experienced with operating
the Zero Turn rider, you will learn more maneuvers that will
make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable.
Remember, the more you practice, the better your control
of the Zero Turn will be!
Mowing
1.
Engage the parking brake. Make sure that the PTO switch
is disengaged, the ground speed control levers are locked
in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is in the seat.
2.
Start the engine. See
Starting the Engine.
3.
Set the mower cutting height.
4.
Set the throttle to the 1/2 throttle position.
Note: It is best practice to engage the PTO with the throttle set
at the minimum throttle position necessary to engage the deck
drive system without stalling the engine.
5.
Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch.
6.
Move the throttle to the "FAST" position and begin mowing.
7.
When finished, reduce throttle speed so that the engine
idles and push the PTO switch down to shut off the PTO.
8.
Stop the engine. See
Stopping the Rider.
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