CAUTION
The speed control lever and the front pedal work with each other.
Do not conduct both operations at the same time.
STEERING WHEEL
The steering wheel can change the direction of the machine (see Fig 1). Turn the steering wheel to
the right (clock wise) to go right. And the left to go to the left (anti-clockwise) Adjust the steering wheel
height by removing the bolt and nut. Adjust the steering wheel, and secure with bolt and nut.
CUTTING HEIGHT LEVER(1, FIG 7)
The highest position of the lever (1, Fig. 7) is
used as the transport position.
The cutting height is adjustable freely by
pressing the push button (1, Fig 7), and the
lever position is high, the height of cut is high,
when lever position is low, the height of cut is
low.
WARNING
When cutting height lever is in low position, the machine needs strong power, and spread
more thrown objects. Cutting low can cause damage to the machine and injury.
BLADE CLUTCH LEVER
The blade clutch lever (2, Fig. 7) is used for mowing. Push the lever forward, and engage the blade.
Pull up the lever to stop the blade.
Check blade clutch lever in mowing position.
DANGER
Check that the blade clutch lever is operated properly. The blade is never permanently en-
gaged. Never operate the machine if the blades are permanently engaged. The machine is
checked by the dealer if the blade is engaged or disengaged properly.
WARNING
When leaving the machine, be sure to lock parking brake. Cutting blades are in off position
and ignition key is removed.
LATERAL GUARDS
The mowing deck side shields should be unlocked to carry the machine on a truck or a trailer. This
shields should be locked for mowing.
DANGER
The mowing deck side shields should be locked by bolt and nuts when the knife clutch is
engaged. Check the guards and shield are locked by bolt and nuts before mowing. If they are
not locked, thrown object will cause injury and damage.
ENGINE
The mower is delivered with the engine owner’s manual. Read the engine manual before use the
machine.
SEAT
Pull up the adjust lever(1, Fig 8) and slide the seat to change the seat position. Release the lever,
then seat position is locked.