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Section 4
To steer the mower left while traveling forward, pull the
left steering lever back. The further the lever is pulled
back, the quicker the mower will turn left.
To steer the mower right while traveling forward, pull
the right steering control lever back. The further the
lever is pulled back, the quicker the mower will turn
right.
-NOTE-
Smooth operation of the steering levers will
produce smooth mower operation. While
learning the operation of the steering controls,
keep the travel speed low.
-IMPORTANT-
Do not travel forward over a curb. The mower
will hang up on the curb. Raise the deck and
travel backwards over the curb at a 45 degree
angle. (see section 4.13 for cutter deck raising
instructions)
Reverse Travel
To travel in reverse, pull both handles back. Keep the
travel speed low while traveling in reverse.
-NOTE-
The mower will not travel straight in reverse.
Slight adjustments must be made using the
steering controls.
To steer left while traveling in reverse, allow the left
steering control lever to move forward. The further the
control is allowed to move forward, the quicker the
mower will turn left.
To steer right while traveling in reverse, allow the right
steering control lever to move forward. The further the
control is allowed to move forward, the quicker the
mower will turn right.
To stop the reverse travel, allow the steering control
levers to return to the neutral position. If the mower is
to be parked, engage the parking brake.
4.6 ENGAGING THE DECK DRIVE (CUTTER
BLADES)
1. Set the throttle at about 3/4 speed. Do not attempt to
engage the deck drive at high speed as this shortens
the electric clutch life — use only moderate engine
speed when engaging the deck drive.
2. Engage the deck drive by pulling out on the yellow
switch, located on the instrument panel, (Figure 4-3)
to the engage position.
-NOTE-
A squealing noise may be heard when engaging
or disengaging the deck drive. It is caused by
the electric clutch plates meshing as the mower
comes up to speed.
3. To disengage the deck drive, push the switch in to
the disengage position.
Figure 4-3 Cutter Engage Switch
STT99CES
PULL UP TO ENGAGE
PUSH DOWN TO DISENGAGE
Before backing up, observe behind the mower for
persons and obstructions. Clear the area before
backing up. Possible injury or property damage
could occur.
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Disengage power to the mower before backing
up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary and then only after observation of the
entire area behind the mower.