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To increase speed,
increase steering control lever’s
distance from neutral. The farther forward steering
control levers are from neutral, the faster the machine will
travel forward. The farther back steering control levers
are from neutral, the faster the machine will go in reverse.
8.2.3
STOP THE MACHINE
DANGER
Never make sudden stops or reverse direction, especially
when maneuvering on a slope. The steering is designed for
sensitive response. Rapid movement of the steering control
levers in either direction could result in a reaction of the
machine that can cause serious injury.
1. Return drive control levers to the Neutral/Park brake
position.
2. Push down on deck blades ON/OFF to turn off the blades.
3. Push drive control levers outward into park brake
position.
4. Rotate key in Master Power Ignition Switch
counterclockwise to the OFF position.
8.2.4
OPERATION SUGGESTIONS
DANGER
Prior to operation, the operator should be thoroughly
familiar with the proper use and operation of the equipment,
should read the manual completely and thoroughly, and
should have attempted slow moving maneuvers to become
familiar with the operation of the equipment before
attempting normalspeed operation. An inexperienced
operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven terrain.
WARNING
If you lose steering control while operating the machine,
place the steering control levers in the park brake position
immediately and turn key to the “OFF” position. Inspect the
machine and consult your Greenworks Commercial dealer
to resolve the problem before continuing to operate.
WARNING
The unit’s steering control levers are very responsive. For
smooth operation, move levers slowly, avoiding sudden
movements. Skill and ease of operation come with practice
and experience. The machine can spin very rapidly. Use
caution when making turns and slow down before making
sharp turns.
Inexperienced operators may have a tendency to oversteer
and lose control. Slow-moving practice maneuvers are
recommended to become familiar with these characteristics
before attempting normal-speed operation.
WARNING
Sharp depressions or raised obstacles (such as gutters or
curbs) should not be directly approached at high speed in an
attempt to “jump” them as the operator could be thrown
from the equipment. Approach at a slow speed and angle
one drive wheel at the obstruction. Continue at an angle
until the wheel clears and then pivot the opposite wheel
around.
When turning on soft, wet turf, keep both wheels rolling
either forward or backward. Pivoting on one stopped wheel
can damage turf. This is especially important when mowing.
Keep blades sharp. Many professional mowing companies
have additional sets of blades and change blades twice a day:
once in the morning and again at noon. Many problems with
incorrect cutting patterns are due to dull blades or blades
which have been sharpened incorrectly. Information on
sharpening blades is listed in this manual’s maintenance
section. In addition, most communities have individuals or
companies that specialize in sharpening mower blades. Blade
sharpness should be checked daily.
DANGER
Never work with blades while key is in the ignition switch.
Always place deck clutch switch in the disengaged position,
place steering control levers in the park brake position and
turn key to the OFF position and remove key from switch.
Block up mower when you must work under it. Wear gloves
when handling blades. Always check for blade damage if
mower strikes a rock, branch, or another foreign object
during mowing.
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Direct grass discharge to right,
away from unmown
area. Select a mowing pattern that directs grass discharge
towards the outside the mowing area. Generally, this
means using a pattern utilizing left turns because side
discharge is to the right. In any case, avoid throwing grass
discharge onto unmowed area because grass is then
mowed “twice.” Mowing twice puts an unnecessary load
on the unit and reduces mowing efficiency.
•
When mowing a lawn for the first time,
cut grass
slightly longer than normal to avoid scalping uneven
terrain. When possible, it is best to use the cutting height
that was used in the past. When cutting grass taller than
six inches, you may want to mow the lawn twice to
achieve a better quality of cut.
•
During normal mowing,
cut only about 1/3 of the grass
blade. Cutting more than that is not recommended unless
grass is sparse or it is the end of the mowing season.
•
Alternate mowing direction
to keep the grass growing
straight and better dispersion of the clippings.
•
Remember, grass grows at different rates
at different
time of the year. Mow more often in the early spring to
maintain the same cutting height. As the growth rate
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