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operate engine without choking as soon as possible.
6. Set throttle at approximately 1/2 open position.
7. Rotate ignition switch to the “RUN” position. Pull
engine recoil start rope.
NOTE: Pull the recoil start rope to about 4/5 of the max-
imum length of the rope. Allow the starter rope to return
slowly to the recoil housing.
8. Allow the engine to idle a few minutes before advancing
the throttle and operating the unit.
9. Before stopping the engine, place the traction drive lever
in the disengaged position, disengage the cutting reel
drive, and throttle back to 1/2 throttle for a couple of
minutes; then rotate ignition switch counter-clockwise to
the OFF position.
10. Turn the fuel shutoff valve to the “closed” position.
WARNING: Never leave the machine unattended
when the engine is running.
General operation
IMPORTANT: Do not operate or transport the mower using
the drive drum on any surfaces other than the turf to be mowed.
When transporting, always use the transport wheels (optional)
or a transport vehicle/trailer to move the mower.
Keep cutting reel knives and bedknife sharp and make sure
the clearance between the cutting reel and bedknife is properly
adjusted prior to each mowing.
Check the height of cut before each mowing to make sure it is
properly adjusted and set evenly.
Mowing
DANGER: Prior to operating the unit the operator
should be thoroughly familiar with the proper use and
operation of the equipment, should have read the man-
ual completely and thoroughly, and should have
attempted slow moving maneuvers to become familiar
with the operation of the equipment before attempting
normal speed operation. An untrained and inexperi-
enced operator should not mow on slopes or on
uneven terrain.
WARNING: Do not operate the equipment while
wearing sandals, tennis shoes, sneakers, shorts or any
type of loose fitting clothing. Always wear long
pants, safety glasses and safety shoes when operating
this machine.
WARNING: Never direct discharge of material from
mower towards bystanders. Do not operate the mower
without the grass catcher in place. Fig. 3-5
WARNING: Make sure there are no bystanders close
to the unit, especially in front of the machine, when
the traction drive lever is engaged. When the traction
drive lever is engaged the machine will immediately
move forward.
WARNING: Attach the grass catcher prior to starting
the engine to prevent injury. Do not operate the unit
without the grass catcher.
IMPORTANT: Before mowing, check to make sure the cut-
ting reel knives and bedknife are sharp and clearance between
the reel and bedknife is properly adjusted. Do not operate the
unit with the cutting reel engaged for a long period of time when
not cutting grass - this can damage the reel and bedknife. Grass
provides a natural lubrication of the reel knives and bedknife.
1. Always check area to be mowed and remove any debris,
rocks or other foreign objects. Take special note of
locations of hazards or potential objects that could
damage the mower or cause potential safety issues.
2. Check mower over to make sure it is operating properly,
the grass catcher is properly attached and all the guards
and shields are properly installed.
3. Transport the mower to the collar of the green. Remove
the transport wheel (if attached).
4. To begin mowing, the throttle should be set at a speed
where the operator feels comfortable operating the unit.
Transport the mower to the collar of the green and
position it in the direction to be mowed. Engage the
cutting reel drive lever, raise the cutting reel by pushing
the handles down and engage the traction drive lever. Set
the cutting reel down at the proper location to start
mowing and mow in a straight line.
5. There are marks located on each side of the grass catcher
to indicate the mowing width. Align one of the marks
with the outside edge of the uncut grass and mow using
the mark as a guide. Fig. 3-8
6. To stop mowing at the end of the green when
approaching the collar, disengage the cutting reel drive
lever, drive off the green and disengage the traction drive
lever.
7. To turn the unit at the end of a row, when approaching the
end of the row, push down on the handles to raise the
cutting reel and turn the mower by pivoting it on the
traction drum. When the turn has been completed, locate
the last row mowed and position the mower straight with
the last row. Set the cutting reel down at the proper
location to begin mowing the next row.
8. When the grass catcher becomes full, stop the mower and
turn off the engine. Remove the grass catcher and dispose
of the grass clippings in an appropriate location. Treat the
grass clippings as combustible waste, keeping it away
from any possibility of a fire hazard.
Transporting
Transporting the Model 50, using the optional transport
wheels, under its own power, requires considerable skill.
Practice maneuvering in an open area before attempting to drive
it from one location to another.
WARNING: Make sure there are no bystanders close
to the unit, especially in front of the machine, when
the traction drive lever is engaged. When the traction
drive lever is engaged the machine will immediately
move forward.