OPERATION YOUR MOWER
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WARNING:
Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15° (a rise of approximately2-1/2 ft. [ 75 m]every
10 ft. [3m]).Mow a cross the face of a slope, and never up and down.
MOWING TIPS
NOTE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of the mower, especially when cutting high grass.
Be sure to check the blade and to sharpen it at least once per year, as described in the Maintenance section
operator and to others.
clippings. For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less of the total length of the grass. The average lawn should be
there is growth, the lawn should be cut in the fall.
MULCHING TIPS
blade).
3. For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass, because it tends to stick to the underside of the deck, preventing proper
highest cutting position and work down to the desired cutting height.
indication of damage. Thoroughly inspect the mower and repair any damage before operating the mower.
ng a 15-mm wrench or socket, turn
CUTTING BLADE REPLACEMENT
(see Fig.11 & Fig.12)
WARNING:
Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves and/or wrapping the cutting edges with
rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the blades.
the blade from turning when the nut is being removed.
5. To re-install the blade, position the blade with the cutting edges toward the ground. Assemble the blade nut, the square
