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MOWING AND TRANSPORTING
PRE-START CHECK:
Ensure engine oil is at the correct level before starting. See engine manual for instructions. Your Deutscher
Mower comes to you with the transmission filled with oil.
• Use fresh unleaded petrol. Do not mix oil with petrol.
• Read all safety instructions and know how to stop the engine quickly in any emergency.
• Know your controls – Where they are and their function
STARTING AND STOPPING:
TO START THE ENGINE:
First ensure the blades are disengaged. (Pedal up) and the fuel tap is turned on.
• When engine is cold, move the throttle lever to the FAST position.
• When engine is hot, move throttle lever to mid throttle position.
• Slowly pull the starter cord until the starter pawls engage and the rope stops, then pull with sufficient force to
overcome the engine compression. Lower the cord back to the guide on the mower handle.
• Once the engine is running, move the throttle lever to the desired operating position.
TO STOP THE ENGINE:
• Push the throttle lever to the STOP position.
OPERATING:
With the mower on relatively level ground and the area clear of bystanders and debris.
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Engaging cutters:
With the engine running at fast speed, slowly push down on the “cutter engagement pedal”
with your left foot.
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Selecting forward speed:
With the cutters engaged and no pressure on the clutch lever on the right handle,
pull backwards on the “gear change lever” to select slow speed, to the centre for “neutral” speed or forward
for high speed. If the gear does not engage easily, move the mower forward a short distance while applying
light pressure on the lever.
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Selecting height:
Stand to the left of the mower handle and keep your feet well clear of the mowing deck. Lift
the “Raise and Lower” lever and move it to the desired height setting. ( Fully back towards the rear of the mower
for mowing long grass.) Release the lever and ensure the pin engages in one of the slots in the quadrant.
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Adjusting the throttle control to the desired position:
Best cutting is achieved at a high throttle setting and
slow forward speed, but to minimise cutting time the fast forward speed may be selected.
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Driving forward:
Once the appropriate gear is selected, slowly squeeze the lever on the right handle and the
mower will move. If the drive is slipping on steep slopes, the nuts on the wheel drive rod can be adjusted. (See
Maintenance section).
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Moving backwards:
Warning, be very careful of your footing when pulling the mower backwards. Release
the clutch lever on the right handle and pull backwards slowly. This is much easier with the gear lever set to
neutral.
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Warning:
Never leave the mower running whilst unattended. Always turn off the mower to clear debris or
check the mower.
