C23i
Operating Instructions
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3. The mower will “freewheel” with the arms in
the
LOCKOUT
position. The levers must be in
the highest position to completely unlock the
transaxles.
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Transaxle Lockout Arm
Transaxle Lockout Arm - Freewheel Position
4. After moving the mower, release the arms,
placing them down in the normal
OPERATING
position. The transaxle lockout arm ends
should be completely retracted against the
chassis, otherwise operation of the transaxle
may be erratic.
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Transaxle Lockout Arm
Transaxle Lockout Arm - Normal Operating
Position
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOWING
DANGER
Do not mow around overhanging tree
branches or bushes at the same height as
the operator’s torso and head where inad-
vertent contact may cause injury.
Avoid Low Hanging Branches
IMPORTANT:
Operate the engine at
full throttle
when mowing, to allow the engine to produce full
horsepower and to increase efficiency of the
engine cooling system.
● Keep the mower deck and discharge chute
clean.
● Mow with
sharp blades.
A dull blade tears the
grass (resulting in poor lawn appearance) and
uses extra power (slowing the mowing speed).
● It is preferable to cut grass when it is
dry
and
not too tall.
Mow frequently and do not cut
grass too short. (For best appearance, cut off
1/3 or less of existing grass height.)
