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5. For best overall cut performance, it is recommended
to set the speed control lever in LOW while mowing.
(See Section 4.18.)
6. When mowing wet or tall grass, mow the grass
twice. Set the speed control lever to LOW. Raise the
mower to the highest setting for the first pass and
then make a second pass to the desired height.
7. Use a slow travel speed for trimming purposes.
8. Operate the engine at full throttle for best cutting.
Mowing with a lower RPM causes the mower to tear
the grass. The engine is designed to be operated at
full speed.
9. Use the alternate stripe pattern for best lawn
appearance. Vary the direction of the stripe each
time the grass is mowed to avoid wear patterns in
the grass.
4.15 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT
The mower deck can be adjusted from a height of 1-1/4 inch
to 5 inches at 1/4-inch intervals. To adjust the cutting height:
WARNING
DO NOT adjust the cutting height with the mower
blades rotating. Disengage the power to the cutter
blades and then adjust cutting height.
1. Disengage the power to the cutter blades.
2. Push the cutting height adjustment foot pedal all
the way forward using your right foot until it locks in
place. See Figure 4-6.
LANYARD
PIN
Figure 4-6. Adjusting Cutting Height
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
PEDAL
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3. Insert the lanyard pin into the cutting height index
at the desired cutting height. Push forward on the
deck lift foot lever, hold in place and pull back on the
deck release lever. See Figure 4-7. Slowly release
the foot pedal. A deck height decal is located on the
cutting height index as an aid in adjusting the deck
to the desired height. See Figure 4-6.
DECK RELEASE
LEVER
Figure 4-7. Deck Release Lever
4.16 ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT ADJUST
PEDAL
1. Position the seat to the desired location.
2. While in the operator's position without the engine
running, push down on the height adjust pedal to
check for full function control.
3. The height adjust pedal can be located in three (3)
different positions for operator comfort and control.
See Figure 4-8.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT PEDAL LOCATIONS
Figure 4-8. Height Adjust Pedal Locations
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