Operating Instructions
T27i
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3.
The mower will “freewheel” with the levers in
the
LOCKOUT
position. The levers must be in
the highest position to completely unlock the
trans missions.
Lockout Lever
Plunger
Depressed
Cam in
LOCKOUT
Position
Lockout Lever - Freewheel Position
4. After moving the mower, release the locking
cam, placing the lever
DOWN
in the normal
OP ERATING
position. Make sure the trans-
mission lockout plunger on the side of the
transmission case (activated by the lockout
lever) is
com pletely released,
otherwise the
transmission operation will be erratic.
Lockout Lever
Plunger
Released
Cam in
UNLOCKED
Position
Lockout Lever - 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.)