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OPERATION
OPERATING TIPS
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Checkthebladerotationcontrolfor correctadjustment.Forthe
blade(s)to disengagecorrectly,the adjustment mustbe cor-
rect.
Before you use the unit, check the oil inthe engine and add oil
if necessary.
Ifthe enginewillnotstart,firstmakesurethewire isattached
tothe sparkplug.
Makesureallthebeltsareinsideallthebeltguides.See thein-
structionson howto removeand installthe motiondriveand
mower drive belts.
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Before you make an inspection, adjustment (except forthe car-
buretor) or repair, make sure the wire from the spark plug isdis-
connected.
For longer lifeof the battery on electric start models, charge the
battery every three months.
Usethespeedcontrolpedaltochangethe groundspeed,not
thethrottlecontrol.
Belt noise can occur when the blade is engaged. This noise is
normal and does not affect the operation ofthe unit.
MOWING AND BAGGING TIPS
1. For a lawn to lookbetter, check the cutting level ofthe mower
housing. See =How ToLevel 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 ofair pressure.
Every time you use the unit,checkthe blade. Ifthe blade isbent
or damaged, immediately replace the blade. Also, make sure
the nut for the blade istight.
Keeptheblade(s)sharpened.Wornbladeswillcausetheends
ofthegrasstoturnbrown.
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Do not cut orbag grass that iswet. Wet grass will notdischarge
correctly. Let the grass dry before cutting.
Use the left side of the mower housing to trim near an object.
Dischargethe cutgrassontothe mowedarea.The resultisa
moreeven dischargeofcutgrass.
When you mow large areas, start by turning to the rightso that
the cut grass will discharge away from shrubs, fences, drive-
ways, etc. After one ortwo rounds, mow in the opposite direc-
tion making leftturns until finished (Figure 11).
Ifthe grass isvery high, cuttwo times to decrease the load on
the engine. Firstcutwiththe mower housing inthe highest posi-
tion and then lower the mower housing for the second cut.
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For better engine performance and an even discharge ofthe
cut grass, always operate the engine with the throttle in FAST
position.
When you use a bagger, operate the engine with the throttlein
FAST position and the speed controlpedal pushed 1/3 forward.
For better cutting performance 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 ofthe mower housing
for better performance. Also, a clean mower housing will help
prevent a fire.
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