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If there are more than 13 cm (5 inches) of leaves
on the lawn, mow at a higher cutting height and
then again at the desired cutting height.
•
Slow down your mowing speed if the machine
does not cut the leaves finely enough.
After Operation
After Operation Safety
General Safety
•
Always shut off the machine, remove the ignition
key (if equipped), wait for all moving parts to stop,
and allow the machine to cool before adjusting,
servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Clean grass and debris from the machine to help
prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
•
Never store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
Hauling Safety
•
Remove the ignition key (if equipped) before
loading the machine for hauling.
•
Use care when loading or unloading the machine.
•
Secure the machine from rolling.
Cleaning under the Machine
Service Interval: After each use
For best results, clean under the machine soon after
you have completed mowing.
1.
Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height
setting.
2.
Move the machine onto a paved level surface.
3.
With the engine running and the blade engaged,
spray a stream of water in front of the right, rear
wheel
(Figure
16).
Note:
The water will splash into the path of the
blade, cleaning out the clippings.
Figure 16
4.
When no more clippings come out, stop the
water and move the machine to a dry area.
5.
Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the
underside of the machine.
Folding the Handle
WARNING
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly
can damage the cables, causing an unsafe
operating condition.
• Do not damage the cables when folding or
unfolding the handle.
• If a cable is damaged, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
1.
Remove the ignition key (if equipped).
2.
Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the
handle freely
1. Handle knob (2)
3.
Move the handle forward as shown in
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(Figure
17).
Figure 17
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Figure
17.
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