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Figure 17
Rear cutting height lever
Checking the Blade-Stop
System Operation
Before each use, check that the blades stop within 3 seconds
of releasing the control bar.
Using the Grass Bag
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the
blade-stop system operation. The blades
should stop within 3 seconds of releasing
the control bar; if they do not, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
You can use the grass bag to check the blade-stop system.
1. Remove the rear-discharge plug.
2. Install the empty grass bag on the machine.
3. Start the engine.
4. Engage the blades.
Note: The bag should begin to inflate, indicating that
the blades are rotating.
5. While watching the bag, release the control bar.
Note: If the bag does not deflate within 3 seconds of
releasing the control bar, the blade-stop system may be
deteriorating and, if ignored, could result in an unsafe
operating condition. Have the machine inspected and
serviced by an Authorized Service Dealer.
6. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Not Using the Grass Bag
1. Move the machine onto a paved surface in a non-windy
area.
2. Set all 4 wheels to the 3-1/2 inch (89 mm) cutting
height setting.
3. Take a half sheet of newspaper and crumple it into a
ball small enough to go under the machine (about 3
inches or 75 mm in diameter).
4. Place the newspaper ball about 5 inches (13 cm) in
front of the machine.
5. Start the engine.
6. Engage the blades.
7. Release the control bar and begin counting out 3
seconds.
8. On the count of 3, push the machine quickly forward
over the newspaper.
9. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
10. Go to the front of the machine and check the
newspaper ball.
Note: If the newspaper ball did not go under the
machine, repeat steps
Important: If the newspaper is unravelled or
shredded, the blades did not stop properly, which
could result in an unsafe operating condition.
Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
During Operation
During Operating Safety
General Safety
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection;
slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing
protection. Tie back long hair, secure loose clothing, and
do not wear jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in
serious personal injury. Shut off the engine and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
•
When you release the blade-control bar, the engine should
shut off and the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If
not, stop using your machine immediately and contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate the
machine when there is the risk of lighting.
•
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and
contact the blade. Mow only in dry conditions.
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