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Discharge Chute
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(Fig. 3C)
Found on right side of chassis. WARNING: Always keep Discharge Chute in the down
position when mowing and blades are moving.
Warning:
Keep all shields in place at all times to prevent injury! DO NOT operate mower without discharge
chute or other safety devices in place & working condition!
Safety Start Interlock System
The machine is equipped with a safety start interlock system consisting of the Operator Presence Safety Lever and
Deck Blade Switch.
Operating suggestions
DANGER:
Prior to operating the mower 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 normal speed
operation. An inexperienced operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven terrain and should always mow in
Low Mode/Slow Drive Speed.
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 away 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 which specialize in sharpening mower blades.
Blade
sharpness
should be checked daily.
