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Operation
STOPPING THE MOWER
• Returning the ground speed control levers to the
neutral position will stop movement.
• Disengage the PTO.
•
Manual Start
Release the operator presence
/ parking brake handles to engage the parking
brake.
•
Electric Start:
Engage the parking brake.
• Move the throttle control to mid-throttle position
and turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the key.
PUSHING THE MOWER BY HAND
• Disengage the PTO, turn the ignition OFF, and
remove the key.
• Slide the hydraulic release rod forward and lock
into the top of the “T” slot. See Figure 1.
•
Manual Start:
Grasp the operator presence /
parking brake handles and the handle bar grips at
the same time to disengage the parking brake.
•
Electric Start::
Disengage the parking brake.
The mower can now be pushed by hand.
• After moving the mower, re-engage the
transmission (DRIVE position) by releasing the
rod from the “T” and sliding the release handle
towards the rear of the machine.
DO NOT TOW MOWER
Towing the unit will cause hydraulic
transmission damage. Do not use
another vehicle to push or pull this unit.
Figure 1. Hydraulic Release Rod
NEUTRAL POSITION
“DISENGAGE”
DRIVE POSITION
“ENGAGE”
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MOWING
• Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged.
• Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).
• Set the throttle control to FULL.
•
Manual Start:
Grasp the operator presence /
parking brake handles and the handle bar grips at
the same time to deactivate engine kill system and
disengage the parking brake.
•
Electric Start:
S/N: 2013136020 & Below:
Push down on either
one of the speed control handles to deactivate
engine kill system. Push the brake lever forward
to disengage the parking brake.
S/N: 2013136021 & Above:
Push down on both
of the engine kill / operator presence handles to
deactivate the engine kill system. Push the brake
lever forward the disengage the parking brake.
• Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch.
• Begin mowing. See MOWING
RECOMMENDATIONS.
• When finished, disengage the PTO.
• Stop the engine (see STOPPING THE MOWER).
MOWING RECOMMENDATIONS
Several factors can affect how well your machine cuts
grass, Following proper mowing recommendations
can improve the performance and life of your
machine.
Height of Grass
Often cutting height is a matter of personal
preference. Typically, you should mow the grass
when it is is between three and five inches high.
The proper cutting height range for a specific lawn
will depend upon several factors, including the
type of grass, the amount of rainfall, the prevailing
temperature, and the lawn’s overall condition.
Cutting the grass too short causes weak, thin grass
plants, which are easily damaged by dry periods and
pests. Cutting too short is often more damaging than
allowing the grass to be slightly higher.
Letting grass grow a bit longer—especially when it
is hot and dry—reduces heat build-up, preserves
needed moisture and protects the grass from heat
damage and other problems. However, allowing grass
to grow too high can cause thin turf and additional
problems.
Cutting off too much at one time shocks the plant’s
growth system and weakens the grass plants.
A
good rule of thumb is the 1/3 rule: to cut no more
than one third of the grass height, and never
more than 1 inch at a time.
Not
for
Reproduction
