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SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before
operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in
Figure 9 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself
with the location of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
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 on it.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right lower handle.
Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter to start
the unit. See Figure 9.
Blade Control Handle
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle
of the mower. The blade control handle must be
depressed in order to operate the unit. Release blade
control handle to stop engine and blade.
WARNING: This blade control mechanism
is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass
its operations.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
These levers are located on each wheel and they are
used to adjust the cutting height. All four levers have to
be at the same relative position to ensure an uniform
cut. See Figure 9.
Engine Controls
See the separate engine manual for the location and
function of the controls on the engine.
Figure 9
Stopping Engine
• Release blade control handle to stop the engine
and the blade.
• Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it to a bolt
on the engine.
WARNING: Before using your lawn mower,
again refer to the Safety Section in this
manual. Always be careful.
Blade Control
Handle
Recoil
Starter
Discharge
Chute
Cutting Height
Adjustment
Mulching
Plug
Lever