OPERATION
OPERATING TIPS
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Check the blade rotationcontrolfor correct adjustment. Forthe
blade(s) to disengage correctly, the sdlustment must be cor-
rect.
Before you use the unit,check the oil in the engine and add oil
ifnecessary.
If the engine will not start, firstmake sure the wire is attached
to the spark plug,
Make sure all the beltsare inside all the belt guides. Bee the in*
structions on how to remove end install the motion drive and
mower drive belts.
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Beforeyou make an inspection, adjustment (except forthe car-
buretor)or repair,make sure the wire from the spark plug isdis-
connected.
For longer life ofthe battery onelectric start models, charge the
battery every three months.
Use the speed controlpedal tochange the groundspeed, not
the throttlecontrol.
Belt noise can occur when the blade is engaged. This noise is
normal and does not affect the operation of the unit.
MOWING AND BAGGING TIPS
1. For a lawn to look better, check the cutting level of the mower
housing. See "How To Level The Mower Housing" in the Main-
tenance section.
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For the mower housing to cut level, make sure the tires have
the correct amount of air pressure.
Every time you use the unit, check the blade. Ifthe blade is bent
or damaged, immediately replace the blade. Also, make sure
the nut for the blade is tight.
Keep the blade(s) sharpened. Worn blades willcause the ends
of the grass to turn brown.
5. Do not cut or bag grass that is wet. Wet grass will not discharge
correctly. Let the grass dry before cutting.
6. Use the !eft side of the mower housing to trim near an obiect.
7.
8.
Discharge the cut grass onto the mowed area. The result is a
more even discharge of cut grass,
When you mow large areas, start by turningto the righl so that
the cut grass will discharge away from shrubs, fences, drive-
ways, etc. After oSe or two rounds, mow in the opposite direc-
tion making left turns until finished (Figure 13).
9. If the grass is very high, cut two timesto decrease the load on
the engine First cut withthe mowerhousing inthe highest posi-
tion and then !ower the mower housing forthe second cut.
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For better engine performance and an even discharge of the
cut grass, always operate the engine with the throttle in FAST
position.
When you use a bagger, operate the engine withthe throttlein
FAST positionand thespeed controlpedal pushed 1/3 forward.
For better cuttingperformance and a quality cut, mow with the
speed control pedal pushed 1/3 to 1/2 forward.
After each use, clean the bottom and top of the mower housing
for better performance, Also, a clean mower housing will help
prevent a fire.
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Figure 13
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