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STARTINGISTOPPINGTHEMOWER
See Figure 9.
STARTING THE MOWER
• Remove the safety pin (1).
• Press the safety button (2).
•Pult the bail switch (3) upward to the handlebar to
start the mower and release the safety button.
STOPPING THE MOWER
• Release bail switch.
• Replace safety pin for storage.
NOTE: A high-pitched noise and sparking may occur
as the electric motor decelerates. This is normal.
MOWING TIPS
See Figure 10.
• Make sure the lawn is clear of stones, st_cks, wires,
and other objects that could damage the lawn mower
blades or motor. Such objects could be accidentally
thrown by the mower in any direction and cause
serious personal injury to the operator and others.
• For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or Iess
of the total length of the grass.
• When cutting heavy grass, reduce walking speed
to allow for more effective cutting and a proper
discharge of the cuppings.
• Do not cut wet grass. It wilI stick to the underside
of the deck and prevent proper mulching of grass
clippings.
• New or thick grass may require a narrower cut.
• Clean the underside of the mower deck after each
use to remove grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and any
other accumulated debris.
SLOPE OPERATION
• Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fail
accidents that can result in severe injury. Operation
on slopes requires extra caution. If you feeI uneasy
on a slope, do not mow it. For your safety, do not
attempt to mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
• Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or
bumps which can cause you to slip or trip. Ta]l grass
can hide obstacles. Remove all objects such as
rocks, tree limbs, etc., which could be tdpped over or
thrown by the blade.
• Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fatl can
cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are
losing your balance, release the switch control lever
immediately.
• DO not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments; you could lose your footing or balance.
EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER
See Figure 11.
• Lift the grass catcher by its handle and Iift to
remove from mower.
• Empty grass clippings.
• Lift the rear discharge door and reinstall the grass
catcher as described eadier in this manual.
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