Operating Instructions
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When mowing, operate the engine at or
near
full
throttle
for the best cutting action. 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 mowing in adverse conditions (tall and/or
wet grass), mow the grass twice. Raise the mower to
the highest setting - 5 in. (127 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 In
structions
.
•
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 jerking 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).
•
For DSD60 models, the side discharge shield
must
not be removed
and must be kept in the lowest pos-
sible position to deflect grass clippings and thrown
objects down ward. Orient the side discharge away
from side walks or streets to minimize cleanup of clip-
pings. When mowing close to obstacles, orient the
side dis charge away from obstacles to reduce the
chance of damage to property by thrown objects.
Discharge
Shield
Side Discharge Shield in Lowest Position
•
When operating on a slope,
reduce speed and
use caution
to start, stop, and maneuver. Avoid sharp
turns or sudden changes in direction. The
maximum
recommended side slope operating angle is 20
degrees or 33% grade.
PRESS
TEMP
60 in.
22 in.
20°
Maximum Recommended
Side Slope - Do Not Operate
on Steep Slopes
Maximum Recommended Side Slope
