Loading ...
Loading ...
Loading ...
12
OPERATION
F. SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE (IF EQUIPPED)
The side discharge chute is used to discharge grass clippings to
the side of the mower instead of collecting the clippings in the
grass catcher or using the mower as a mulcher.
WARNING
Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting
deck. Refer to warning label on the unit.
G. TRAIL SHIELD
The trail shield is attached to the rear of the mower and is there
to protect the operator from flying debris. Do not use the mower
unless the shield is fully functional and in place.
H. DECK WASH (IF EQUIPPED)
Your mower’s deck may be equipped with a fast attach deck
wash nozzle on its surface as part of its deck wash system. Use
the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the deck’s underside.
I. VERTICAL STORAGE (IF EQUIPPED)
This feature allows the handle to be folded forward and the
mower tipped back and stored vertically.
WARNING
Standing a mower without the vertical storage feature in
the upright position may cause damage to the engine or
cause a fuel or oil leak.
Only mowers with the vertical storage feature include an
engine that can be stored in the upright position.
Gasoline And Oil Fill-up
IMPORTANT: Refer to the separate Engine Operator’s Manual for
additional engine information.
This mower is shipped without gasoline (fuel) or oil in the engine.
Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed
before starting or operating your lawn mower.
1. Add provided oil before starting mower for the first time as
instructed in the separate Engine Operator’s Manual.
2. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the separate
Engine Operator’s Manual.
WARNING
Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline
is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot
or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
To Start Engine
WARNING
Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near
the lawn mower while starting engine or operating
mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on
engine and lawn mower.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for instructions on starting
and stopping the engine.
To Stop Engine
Release blade control to stop the engine and blade.
WARNING
Wait for the blade to stop completely before performing
any work on the mower or to remove the grass catcher.
Check blade stopping time is within 3 seconds. If blade
does not stop within 3 seconds contact your Service Center.
Using Your Lawn Mower
Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which
could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be
thrown by the blade in any direction and cause serious personal
injury to the operator and helpers.
WARNING
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign
objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage
your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while
operating the mower, or while performing any
adjustments or repairs.
Using Mower as a Mulcher
For mulching grass, remove the grass catcher from the mower.
When you remove the grass catcher from the mower allow the
rear discharge door to close completely. For effective mulching,
do not cut wet grass. If the grass has been allowed to grow in
excess of four inches, mulching is not recommended. Use the
grass catcher to collect clippings instead.
Loading ...
Loading ...
Loading ...