Operating Instructions
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Blade Clutch Engaged
Blade Clutch Disengaged
CAUTION
If the cutting blades strike a stationary ob-
ject while mowing, stop the mower im-
mediately, disconnect the spark plug
wires, lift the deck, and inspect the deck
and blades thoroughly for damage. Also,
make sure the blade retaining bolts are
torqued to 64 lb·ft (87 N·m).
STOPPING THE MACHINE
1. Pull the steering levers to the NEUTRAL-PARK
position and then move the FSC lever backward
to the NEUTRAL-PARK position.
2. Slow the engine to idle; put the throttle in the
IDLE position.
3. Disengage the blade clutch.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT disengage the blade
clutch with high engine speed (above 1/2 throttle)
since the brake action on the blade drive will cause
increased wear of the brake band.
WARNING
A brake stops the cutter blades from free-
wheeling within ve (5) seconds after dis
engaging the clutch. If the brake system
malfunctions and the blades do not stop
within ve (5) seconds, the brake should
be repaired or replaced before operating
the mower. Contact your Walker dealer.
4. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
WARNING
Remove the key from the ignition switch
when leaving the mower unattended. This
will prevent children and inexperienced
operators from starting the engine.
5. Engage the parking brake. Also, engaging the
parking brake is recommended when stopping
or parking the machine in a conned space with
little tolerance for movement.
IMPORTANT: The transaxles lock to prevent the
mower from rolling freely with the engine stopped.
However, if the mower is parked on a slope, it is
necessary to ENGAGE the parking BRAKE to
prevent the mower from creeping. This is due to
a small amount of slippage in the transaxles, es-
pecially when transmission uid is warm.
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