Not for
Reproduction
clippings which decompose properly (much more quickly than
longer clippings). The ideal cutting height will vary with climate,
time of year, and quality of your lawn. We recommend that you
experiment with both the cutting height and ground speed until
you achieve the best cut. Start with a high cutting height and
using progressively lower settings until you find a cutting height
that is matched to your mowing conditions and preferences.
Pushing the Rider by Hand
NOTICE
Do not tow rider.
Towing the unit will cause transmission damage. Do not use
another vehicle to push or pull this unit.
1.
Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the
ignition OFF, and remove the key.
2.
Locate the transmission release levers (A, Figure 19)
underneath the engine deck of the machine between the
two rear wheels on the transmission cradle (B). There is
one transmission release lever on each transmission. The
transmission release levers open and close the transmission
bypass valves.
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3.
To open the transmission bypass valve (bypass position)
(C), move the transmission release lever up and pull it
towards the rear of the machine. When the second nut (D)
has passed through the hole, lower the rod down into the
slot so it will stay in the bypass position. Repeat the process
for the other side of the unit.
4.
Disengage the parking brake. The rider can now be pushed
by hand.
5.
After moving the unit, close the bypass valve (run position)
(E) by raising the transmission release lever so that the
back nut clears the slot, push the lever towards the front of
the machine. Repeat the process for the other side of the
unit.
Note: Both transmission release levers must be in the same
position.
Attaching a Trailer
The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be less than 200
lbs (91kg). Secure the trailer with an appropriately sized clevis
pin (A, Figure 20) and clip (B).
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Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction and loss of
control on slopes. Reduce towed weight when operating on
slopes. The surface being driven on greatly impacts traction
and stability. Wet or slippery surfaces can greatly reduce traction
and the ability to stop or turn. Carefully evaluate the surface
conditions before operating the unit and trailer, and never
operate on slopes greater than 10°. See SLOPE OPERATION
and TOWED EQUIPMENT in the safety section of this manual
for additional safety information.
Storage
Temporary Storage (30 Days or Less)
Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, so
never store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel
vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also toxic
if inhaled, so never store the unit in any structure used for human
or animal habitation.
WARNING
Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a
heated shelter or in enclosed, poorly ventilated enclosures.
Gasoline fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light
(such as a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.) and
cause an explosion.
Handle gasoline carefully. It is highly flammable and careless
use could result in serious fire damage to your person or
property.
Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from
open flame or sparks.
Here is a checklist of things to do when storing your unit
temporarily or in between uses:
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