International Home Products Cadet 80 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
DRIVING THE LAWN TRACTOR
A CAUTION! To prevent an accident,
always disengage the mower, set the
speed control lever in neutral position,
set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove
the ignition key when leaving the machine un-
attended.
A CAUTION! Until you have the feel of
your lawn tractor, go slowly at first,
avoid sharp turns at high speed, and on
steep slopes to avoid an upset or loss of control.
An adjustable speed control stop is provided to
allow the operator to return to a predetermined
speed. The speed control lever can bypass the
speed control stop by pushing the lever outward
and sliding it past the stop.
Always lock the parking brake when the tractor is
parked on a grade. To lock the brake, press down
on the clutch-brake pedal and place the clutch-
brake pedal in engaged position, as shown. To
disengage the lock press down on the pedal, lift the
lock up and place it in the disengaged position.
The blade spindle bearings can be relubricated and
are carefully enclosed and protected by seals.
LUBRICATION
After every 10 hours of operation lubricate the
two spindles (one fitting in each spindle), using
chassis lubricant (pressure gun grease). Only one or
two strokes of the applicator are required.
ADJUSTING THE SEAT
Before starting the tractor, adjust the seat to the
most comfortable driving position. To adjust the
seat loosen the four bolts holding the seat on the
springs and slide the seat forward or back to the
desired position.
If further forward adjustment is desired, remove
the four bolts holding the springs to the tractor
frame and reset the springs in the four additional
forward holes provided.
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