Slope Gauge
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Refer to figure 9.
• Mow across the face of a slope, and never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on a slope.
• Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps that may cause a slip or a trip. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
• Always be sure of your footing. If you feel like you are losing your balance, release the blade/
motor control handle immediately. The blade will stop rotating within 3 seconds.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments, because you could lose your footing
or balance.
• Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15°, as determined using the slope gauge.
• Do not mow wet or damp grass. Unstable footing can cause slipping.
Fig. 9
Cutting Height Adjustment
NOTE: Refer to figure 8.
When shipped, the wheels on the mower are set to a low-cutting position. Before using the
mower for the first time, raise the cutting position to the height best suited for your lawn. The
average lawn should be between 1 1/2" to 2" (3.8 to 5 cm) during cool months and between
2" and 3 1/2" (5 cm to 9 cm) during hot months.
To adjust the cutting height:
• To RAISE the cut height, grasp the height adjustment lever (1) and pull it away from mower
deck (A). Move it towards the back of the mower (B) then gently release it so that it locates in
one of the marked slot positions.
• To LOWER the cut height, grasp the height adjustment lever (1) and pull it away from mower
deck (A). Move it towards the front of the mower then gently release it so that it locates in one
of the marked slot positions.
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Fig. 8
WARNING
Do not adjust the height while the mower is running.
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