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Operating Instructions
Avoid Low Hanging Branches
IMPORTANT: Operate the engine at full throttle
when mowing, to allow the engine to produce full
horsepower and to increase efficiency of the engine
cooling system.
Keep the mower deck and discharge chute clean.
Mow with sharp blades. A dull blade tears the
grass (resulting in poor lawn appearance) and uses
extra power (slowing the mowing speed).
It is preferable to cut grass when it is dry and not
too tall. Mow frequently and do not cut grass too
short. (For best appearance, cut off 1/3 or less of
existing grass height.)
When mowing, operate the engine at full throttle
for the best cutting action and performance of the
grass handling system (GHS). Mowing with a lower
engine RPM causes the mowing blade to not cut
clean and tear the grass. The engine is designed to
be operated at full speed.
When mowing in adverse conditions (tall and/or
wet grass), mow the grass twice. Raise the mower
to the highest setting - 4 in. (102 mm) - for the first
pass and then make a second pass cutting to the
desired height.
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Use a slow setting on the FSC for trimming op-
erations.
Make sure the mower is leveled properly for a
smooth cut. Refer to Deck Leveling in Assembly In­
structions.
Use an alternating stripe mowing pattern for
best appearance and vary the direction of the stripe
each time the grass is mowed to avoid wear patterns
in the grass.
Avoid damage to the grass by slipping and skid-
ding of the drive tires. Use smooth control move-
ments of the steering levers since the hydrostatic
transmissions are "power boosted controls" and jerk-
ing the levers can easily slip the tires. For sharp turns,
do not allow the inside wheel to stop and twist on
grass; pull inside steering lever into reverse for a
smooth "rolling" turn (one wheel rolling forward while
the other rolls backward).
When using a side discharge mower deck, the
side discharge deflector shield must not be re-
moved and must be kept in the lowest possible po-
sition to deflect grass clippings and thrown objects
down ward. Orient the side discharge away from side-
walks or streets to minimize cleanup of clippings.
When mowing close to obstacles, orient the side dis-
charge away from obstacles to reduce the chance of
damage to property by thrown objects.
Side Discharge Deflector Shield in
Lowest Position
When operating on a slope, reduce speed and
use caution to start, stop, and maneuver. Avoid
sharp turns or sudden changes in direction. The
maximum recommended slope operating angle
is 15 degrees or 26% grade.
Discharge
Shield

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