Operating Instructions
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● When mowing, operate the engine at
full throt-
tle
for the best cutting action and performance
of the grass handling system (GHS). Mowing
with a lower engine RPM causes the mowing
blade to not cut clean and tear the grass. The
engine is
designed to be operated at full
speed.
●
When mowin
g in adverse conditions (tall and/or
wet grass), mow the grass twice. Raise the
mower to the highest setting - 4 in. (102 mm) -
for the first pass and then make a second pass
cutting to the desired height.
● Use a
slow
setting on the FSC for
trimming
op
erations.
● Make sure the mower is
leveled properly
for a
smooth cut. Refer to
Deck Leveling
in
Assembly
Instructions
.
● Use an alternating
stripe mowing pattern
for
best appearance
and vary the direction of the
stripe each time the grass is mowed to avoid
wear patterns in the grass.
● Avoid damage to the grass by slipping and skid-
ding of the drive tires. Use
smooth control
move ments
of the steering levers since the
transaxles are “power boosted controls” and
jerk ing the levers can easily slip the tires. For
sharp turns, do not allow the inside wheel to
stop and twist on grass; pull inside steering lever
into reverse for a smooth “rolling” turn (one
wheel rolling forward while the other rolls back
ward).
