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RECOIL STARTER
The recoil starter handle is attached to the upper handle. See Figure 5. Stand behind the unit in the operating
position to start the unit.
DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL
Squeezing the drive clutch control engages the drive system. Releasing the clutch control disengages the drive
system. Release the clutch control to stow down when negotiating an obstacle, making a turn or stopping.
SHIFT LEVER
The shift lever is located on the drive clutch control housing on the upper handle. See Figure 5. This lever is used
to select the fonward speed of the mower. When changing your speed selection, release the drive clutch control.
NOTE:
Only move the shift lever when the engine is running. Changing the shift lever setting with the engine off
can cause damage to the mower.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER (Model 950-959)
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. Then move it forward or back to the desired cutting height. See Figure 5
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER (Model 960-969)
The rear wheel 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. Move it forward or back to the desired cutting height. See Figure 5
The front wheel cutting height is determined by the selection of one of six positions in each caster assembly.
To adjust, remove the wing nut from the axle bolt. Slide the axle bolt and spring washer from the assembly and
select a cutting height. With the spring washer on the axle bolt reinsert in the square hole desired, through the
wheel assembly and secure with the wing nut previously removed. Remember, the higher the position, the lower
the cut.
IMPORTANT:
All wheels must be placed in the same relative position. For rough or uneven lawns, raise the
cutting height of your mower.
NOTE:
For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment lever to a higher position. This will help stop
scalping.
CASTER LOCK
Warning:
When operating mower on hills, front wheels should be locked in the straight ahead position.
The casters can be locked in a straight ahead position or can be left to swivel freely. Lift and place the lock pins in
the larger holes for locked, straight ahead operation, place pins in smaller holes to allow casters to rotate freely.
ENGINE CONTROLS
See the engine manual for the location and function of the controls located on the engine.
SECTION?: OPERATION
WARNING:
Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. See Figure 1:. The
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.
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