DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER - Obstacle Handling Tips

18 DR
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SCOUT
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FIELD and BRUSH MOWER
Stopping the Engine
1. Stop the Blade by releasing the Blade Clutch Lever (Figure 5).
2. Move the Shift Lever to the N (Neutral) position (Figure 5).
3. Move the Throttle Control to the IDLE position (Figure 5).
4. Turn the Key to the OFF position (Figure 5) and remove it for safety.
Obstacle Tips
Dealing with obstacles in the terrain is easy with your new DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER. The
following section explains how to approach most common obstacles.
• THE MOWER ENGINE'S POWER CAN EASILY THROW STONES, STICKS, AND OTHER DEBRIS UP TO 100
FEET AT GREAT VELOCITY, WHICH COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. DO
NOT RUN THE MACHINE OVER GRAVEL DRIVEWAYS OR OVER LOOSE STONES OR MULCH WITH THE
MOWER BLADE SPINNING.
• ALWAYS CHECK YOUR WORK AREA BEFORE MOWING AND REMOVE ANY DEBRIS THAT MIGHT
TANGLE OR DAMAGE THE MACHINE. IF YOU DO RUN INTO DEBRIS AND THE MOWER BECOMES
TANGLED, TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO UNTANGLE THE MACHINE.
• NEVER TOUCH THE EXHAUST AREAS WHEN REACHING FOR THE SPARK PLUG—THEY ARE VERY HOT.
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