STOPPING
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Bring cutter to a complete stop.
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Disengage the blade.
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Place transaxle in the “NEUTRAL” position.
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Turn key to “OFF” position.
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Remove keys to avoid irresponsible usage.
CUTTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
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There are two height settings.
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Place two 6” wooden blocks under the deck on the side being adjusted.
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Remove nuts and bolts from the side runner.
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Slide runner to the other position.
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Replace the nuts and bolts making certain they are secure.
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Repeat to other side. Runners should be at the same height.
BREAKING IN YOUR CUTTER
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Start engine properly.
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Slowly, engage blade control.
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Under supervision, allow blades to rotate and engine to idle for 5 minutes.
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Disengage blades.
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Shift through each gear. While in each gear engage the “GROUND CONTROL”
and travel 20 yards to ensure transaxle works properly.
BEGIN CUTTING
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Make sure area is clear of all bystanders.
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Make sure that all guards, belt guides, and the spark plug wire are properly
attached.
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Start engine, setting desired engine speed.
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Slowly, engage blade.
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Move transaxle into low gear and activate “GROUND CONTROL” bail.
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Turning is done by rotating the handles left or right. This machine has significant
weight and may take more effort to turn than one may expect. Turning could take
practice.
