11
speed, move control bar to the RUN/SHIFT
position (Fig. 11) or lower bar far enough to stop
the unit from self-propelling.
Note:
The drive wheels are equipped with
freewheeling clutches which enable the
mower to be pulled rearward easier
when the wheel drive is disengaged. To
disengage the clutches, mower must be
pushed forward at least 2,5 cm (1”)
after wheel drive operation has
stopped. Consult with your dealer if
you have any questions.
9.
STOPPING—To stop engine, release the control
bar. Remove key from switch on electric start
model. Pull wire off spark plug if mower will be
unattended or not used.
Using Discharge Tunnel Plug
1.
Make sure engine is off. Open the discharge door
by pulling forward on the handle and moving it
rearwards (Fig. 4). Hold the discharge door
handle to prevent the spring-loaded door from
closing while inserting the plug.
2.
Since the plug is slightly wider than the
discharge tunnel opening, you must rotate the
plug clockwise slightly while inserting it
(Fig. 4). Make sure the arrow on the plug decal
is pointing upwards.
3.
Push the plug all the way in until the spring clip
on the bottom of the plug clicks into place,
locking the plug securely into the discharge
tunnel (Fig. 5). Release the discharge door
handle to lock the top of the plug.
4.
To remove the plug, move the discharge door
handle rearwards while at the same time lift up
the spring clip on the bottom of the plug. When
the plug is unlocked, pull it out of the discharge
tunnel.
Using Grass Bag
Occasionally you may wish to use the grass bag for
bagging extra long grass, lush grass or leaves.
1.
Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop. Remove key from switch on electric start
model.
2.
Ensure discharge door handle is fully forward
and pin is contacting catch (Fig. 12).
3.
INSTALLING BAG—Slide hole in bag frame
onto retaining post on housing (Fig. 12) and set
rear of bag frame onto lower handle.
4.
Pull discharge door handle forward and move
handle rearward until pin locks in bag notch
(Fig. 13). Discharge door in mower housing is
now open.
5.
EMPTYING BAG—Stop engine and wait for all
parts to stop. Raise discharge door handle and
move it forward until the locking pin contacts
the catch (Fig. 12). Grasp handle at front and
rear of bag and lift bag off mower. Gradually tip
bag forward to empty clippings.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
Grass clippings and other objects can be
thrown from an open discharge tunnel.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•
Objects thrown with enough force could
cause serious personal injury or death to
operator or bystander.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•
Never open door on discharge tunnel when
engine is running unless the grass bag,
optional side discharge attachment or
discharge tunnel plug is securely installed.