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Operation
Figure 15
1. Front of the machine. 5. Lever position for
pushing the machine
2. Rotate bypass release
knob counterclockwise
6. Rotate bypass release
knob clockwise
3. Lever position for
operating the machine.
7. Release lever
4. Pull lever in this direction
4. Loosen the knob by turning counterclockwise.
Then pull the release lever on the underside of
machine (Figure 15) towards the back of the
machine and retighten the knob to hold the
release lever back in the released state. Repeat this
on each side of the machine.
5. Release the parking brake. The machine is now
able to be pushed by hand.
To Operate the Machine
Loosen the bypass knob, push the release levers
forward, and retighten the knob to engage the drive
system (Figure 15).
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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