Operation Manual

OPERATION
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Caster Wheel Lock Lever
Use the caster wheel lock lever [1] to hold the front wheels in the
straight ahead direction. The lock lever can be moved anytime while
moving forward; however, if the lever is difficult to move to the
RELEASE position [2], do not force it. Push down on the handlebar
enough to raise the front wheels off the ground to release pressure on
the locking pins. Then move the lever to the RELEASE position.
The LOCK position [3] must be used when mowing across slopes or
when straight cutting paths are desired. The RELEASE position is
recommended for maximum maneuverability on level terrain.
With the lever in the RELEASE position [2], push the mower forward
then move the lock lever to the LOCK position [3]. This will lock the
wheels in the trailing position [4] and prevent the wheels from getting
locked in the leading position [5].
If the wheels are locked in the leading position, cut quality may suffer
and additional stress may be transferred to the mower causing mower
damage.
NOTICE
If the mower is operated with the front wheels locked in the leading
position, mower damage may result.
[1] [3][2]
[4]
(correct)
[5]
(incorrect)
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