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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• To reduce the risk of injury, never attempt to override the operation of the switch or self-
propel system. Use the self-propel system for its intended purpose only.
11. Mowing Tips
NOTICE:
A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of the mower, especially when
cutting tall grass. Make sure to check the sharpness of the blade before mowing.
• Verify that the lawn is free of stones, sticks, wires, and other objects which could damage
the lawn mower or motor. Such objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any
direction and could cause serious personal injury to the operator and to others.
WARNING
• If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor and remove the battery pack. 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.
• For best results, do not mow in circles. Travel back and forth across the lawn.
• When cutting thick grass, reduce your walking speed in order to allow for a more effective
cut and a proper discharge of the clippings.
• To maintain a healthy lawn, cut off only one-third or less of the total length of the grass.
The average lawn should be approximately 1-1/2 to 2 inches (38 - 50 mm) long during cool
months, and between 2 to 3-1/4 inches (50 - 83 mm) long during hot months.
Slope Gauge (Fig. 11)
WARNING
• Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater
than 15° (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet
(0.75 m) every 10 feet (3 m)). Mow across the
face of a slope and never up and down.
• Use Fig. 11 as a guide in order to identify slopes
that cannot be mowed safely.
12. Mulching Tips
WARNING
• Inspect the area where the mower is to be used
and remove all stones, sticks, wire and other debris that might be thrown by the rotating
blade.
• Release the switch to turn off the mower blade rotation when crossing any graveled areas;
stones can be thrown by a rotating blade.
• Set the mower to the highest cutting height when mowing on uneven ground or in tall
growth.
• For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass; it tends to stick to the underside of the deck,
preventing the proper mulching of grass clippings. The best time to mow grass is in the
late afternoon, when the grass is dry and the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct
sunlight.
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Sight and hold the line level with a pole.
Or a corner of a building.
Or a fence post.
Fold along dotted line (represents a 15° slope)
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Sight and hold the line level with a vertical tree.
