John Deere FM2112 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
and/or cross and bearings and can create a situation which endangers the
operator or bystanders.
Before engaging the Flex mower, ensure that all twelve mower tires are firmly on the
ground. The two front wheels of the rear mower are locked into a non-swiveling position
to prevent sliding of the mower while operating over a steep lateral hillside (see fig. 13).
With the engine idling, slowly engage the PTO drive. Move the throttle lever until the
PTO speed indicated on the mower is obtained.
The mower is set for a PTO speed of 540 rpm. Shift the transmission to a slow speed
gear and start forward, increase the ground speed by shifting upward until the desired
speed is obtained. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and only after
careful observation of the area behind the mower.
CAUTION: Do not operate this mower at a PTO speed or direction of rotation other
than that shown on the mower. Serious damage can occur to the machine and/or
the operator.
CAUTION: Before mowing check area for stones, branches and other debris that
might be thrown.
Before starting to mow, never forget that the operator is responsible for the following:
1. Safe and correct driving of the tractor and mower.
2. To learn precise, safe operating procedures for both the tractor and the mower.
3. To ensure all maintenance and lubrication has been performed on the mower.
4. To have read and understood all safety aspects for the mower in the operator’s
manual.
5. To have read and understood all safety decals on the mower.
OPERATION 26 FRONTIER
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LEX WING GROOMING MOWERS OPERATORS MANUAL
Fig. 13
The two front wheels of the rear
mower are locked into a non-swiveling
position to prevent sliding of the mower
while operating over a steep lateral
hillside.