21OPERATING THE MOWER
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OPERATING THE MOWER
1. Start the engine.
2. Set the throttle lever to the "FAST" position.
3. Push down the PTO lever to the "ENGAGED" position.
A For best cut quality and performance, always mow
with the throttle lever in "FAST" position.
Use the speed control pedal to select the desired mowing
speed range.
(1) During heavy duty use, operate the machine at a
slower ground speed or go over the area twice.
The first pass should be with the deck at the
highest cutting position then mow to desired
height.
(2) The mower will not cut cleanly if the ground
speed is too high or if the blade speed drops due
to an overload.
4. Control ground speed by using the speed control
pedal of the machine.
A Keep the mower deck in the fully raised position when
the mower is not engaged.
(A) "FAST" position
(B) "SLOW" position
(1) PTO lever (A) "ENGAGED"
(B) "DISENGAGED"