Section 8: Operation - Yard-Man 247.37979 Operator's Manual

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
Note:
Your mower is shipped with the cutting height in the lowest position. Adjust the cutting height as follows.
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, pull the lever
out and away from the mower and then move it forward or backward to select a new cutting height. See Figure 6.
NOTE:
For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment lever to a higher position. This will help stop
scalping.
ENGINE CONTROLS
See the engine manual for the location and function of the controls located on the engine.

SECTION 8: OPERATION

WARNING:
operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields.
NOTE:
For best results raise the cutting position until it is determined which height is best for your lawn. See
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER in the CONTROLS section.
GAS AND OIL FILL-UP
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual. Read all instructions
carefully.
WARNING:
cool for at least two minutes after running.
EACH TIME YOU START YOUR MOWER
ALL UNITS:
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire is
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.
• Check for proper drive clutch operation using the NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT TEST.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on the cutting deck. See Figure 2. The
Never fill fuel tank indoors with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to
HIGHER
Figure 6
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LOWER