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Operation
2. Move the motion control levers outward to park
position, stop the engine, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Locate the bypass levers on the frame on both
sides of the engine.
4. Move the bypass levers forward through the key
hole and down to lock them in place as shown in
Figure 20. Ensure this is done for each lever.
5. Move the motion control levers inward to the
neutral position and turn the ignition key to the
run position. Do Not start the machine.
The machine is now able to be pushed by hand.
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Figure 20
1. Bypass lever location
3. Lever position for
pushing the machine
2. Lever position for
operating the machine
6. When nished, ensure the key has been returned
to the Stop position to avoid draining the battery
charge.
If the machine fails to move the electric brake may
still be engaged. If necessary the electric brake can
be released manually. Refer to the Releasing the
Electric Brake procedure in Drive Maintenance.
To Operate the Machine
Move the bypass levers rearward through the key
hole and down to lock them in place as shown in
Figure 20. Ensure this is done for each lever.
Side Discharge
The mower has a hinged discharge deector that
disperses clippings to the side and down toward the
turf.
DANGER
Without the discharge deector, mulch kit, or
entire grass collection system mounted in place,
you and others are exposed to blade contact and
thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower
blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or
death.
• Never remove the discharge deector from
the mower because the discharge deector
routes material down toward the turf. If the
discharge deector is ever damaged, replace
it immediately.
• Never put your hands or feet under the
mower.
• Never try to clear discharge area or mower
blades unless you move the move the blade
control switch to Off and rotate the ignition
key to Off. Also remove the key and pull the
wire off the spark plug(s).
Transporting
Transporting a Unit
Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the
machine. Lock brake and block wheels. Securely
fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with straps,
chains, cable, or ropes. Be sure that the trailer or truck
has all necessary lighting and marking as required by
law. Secure a trailer with a safety chain.
CAUTION
This unit does not have proper turn signals,
lights, reective markings, or a slow moving
vehicle emblem. Driving on a street or roadway
without such equipment is dangerous and
can lead to accidents causing personal injury.
Driving on a street or roadway without such
equipment may also be a violation of State laws
and the operator may be subject to trafc tickets
and/or nes.
Do Not drive a unit on a public street or roadway.
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