User guide

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CONTROLS
Blade
Control
Handle
1 hrottle
Control
Drive
Clutch
Control
Recoil
Starter
FIGURE 2.—Self-Propelled 6-Speed Model Shown
BLADE CONTROL HANDLE
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WARNING: This controi mechanism is a
safety device. Never attempt to bypass
its operations.
The blade control handle is located on the upper han
dle of the mower. See figure 2. The blade control han
dle must be depressed in order to operate the unit.
Release the blade control handle to stop the engine
and blade.
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WARNING: The blade will be -otating
whenever the engine is running.
THROTTLE CONTROL
The throttle control is located on the left si(ie of the
upper handle. It is used to regulate the engimj speed.
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WARNING: The throttle control cannot be
used to stop the engine.
RECOIL STARTER
The recoil starter handle is attached to the handle.
See figure 2. Stand behind the unit in the operating
position to start the unit.
DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL
(Self-Propelled Models Only)
Squeezing the drive clutch control engages the drive
mechanism to the rear wheels. Releasing the clutch
control stops the rear wheels from driving. Release
the drive clutch control to slow down when negotiating
an obstacle, making a turn or stopping. See figure 2.
SHIFT LEVER (Six Speed Models Only)
The six speed shift lever is located on the drive clutch
control housing on the upper handle. See figure 2.
This lever is used to select the operating speed of the
mower. Release the drive clutch control when chang
ing speeds.
IMPORTANT: Move the shift iever ONLY when the
engine is running. Shifting the speeds with the
engine off can cause damage to the unit.
OPERATION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO N
OPERATE MOWER UNLESS REAR TRAILII
SHIELD AND THIS GUARD OR ENTII
GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLAC
KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY
FIGURE 3.
Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on
cutting deck. See figure 3.
The operation of any lawn mower can result in for
eign objects being thrown into the eyes, which
can result in severe eye damage.
^sAFEnTGuisrej^ Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields. We recommend wide vision
safety mask for over spectacles or
standard safety glasses.
NOTE: For best results raise the cutting position until
it is determined which height is best for your lawn.
See cutting height adjustment section.
GAS AND OIL FILL-UP
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual. Read
instructions carefully.
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WARNING: Never fill fuel tank Indoors,
with engine running or until the engine
has been allowed to cool for at least two
minutes after running.