Briggs & Stratton 2691691-00 Operator's Manual page 12

The BEST method of handling the ground speed control
levers is in three steps — as shown in Figure 6.
FIRST place your hands onto the levers as shown.
SECOND, to go forward gradually push the levers forward
with your palms.
THIRD, to speed up move the levers farther forward. To slow
down smoothly, slowly move the levers toward neutral.
Basic Driving
Forward Travel Practice
Gradually move both ground speed control levers — evenly
FORWARD from neutral. Slow down and repeat.
NOTE: Straight forward travel takes practice. If necessary, top
speed can be balance-adjusted — see the Speed Balancing
Adjustment in the Adjustments section near the back of this
manual.
Reverse Travel Practice
LOOK DOWN & BEHIND, then gradually move both ground
speed control levers evenly BACK from neutral. Slow down
and repeat.
NOTE: Practice backing up for several minutes before
attempting to do so near objects. The rider turns sharply in
reverse as well as forward, and backing up straight takes
practice.
Practice Turning Around A Corner
While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually return
back toward neutral. Repeat several times.
NOTE: To prevent pivoting directly on the tire tread, it is best
to keep both wheels going at least slightly forward.
Practice Turning in Place
To turn in place, "Zero Turn," gradually move one ground
speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back
from neutral simultaneously. Repeat several times.
NOTE: Changing the amount each lever is pulled—forward or
back, changes the "pivot point" you turn on.
Advanced Driving
Executing an End-Of-Row Zero Turn
Your Zero Turn Rider's unique ability to turn in place allows
you to turn around at the end of a cutting row rather than
having to stop and Y-turn before starting a new row.
For example, to execute a left end-of row zero turn:
1. Slow down at the end of the row.
2. Move the RIGHT ground speed control lever forward
slightly while moving the LEFT ground speed control lever
back to center and then slightly back from center.
3. Begin mowing forward again.
This technique turns the rider LEFT and slightly overlaps
the row just cut —eliminating the need to back up and re-cut
missed grass.
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As you become more familiar and experienced with operating
the Zero Turn rider, you will learn more maneuvers that will
make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable.
Remember, the more you practice, the better your control
of the Zero Turn will be!
Mowing
1. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the ground
speed control levers are locked in their START/PARK
positions, and the operator is in the seat.
2. Start the engine. See Starting the Engine .
3. Set the mower cutting height. See Cutting Height
Adjustment .
4. Set the engine speed control to FAST.
5. Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch.
6. Pivot the ground speed levers in from the START/PARK
position to the neutral 'N' position.
7. Begin mowing. See Operator Safety for tips on safe
mowing practices.
8. When finished, shut off the PTO.
9. Stop the engine. See Stopping The Rider And Engine .
Towed Equipment
Secure the trailer with an appropriately sized clevis pin (A,
Figure 12) and clip (B). See Operator Safety for additional
safety information regarding trailers and towing.
WARNING
Towing Hazard
Towed loads can be hazardous and cause loss of control
on slopes.
• The max gross (trailer & load) weight of trailer is 200 lbs
(91kg).
• Do not operate on slope exceeding 5 degrees.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
Cutting Height Adjustment (Pin Type)
The cutting height adjust pedal adjusts the mower cutting
height. See Specifications for cutting height adjustment
range.
To adjust cutting height:
1. Fully depress the cutting height adjust pedal (A,
Figure 13) until the transport release rod (B) locks the
deck into the highest position (transport position).
2. Remove the pin (C, Figure 13) from the adjustment
bracket, and insert it in the desired hole.
Note: Make sure the pin is inserted into the holes in both
upper and lower plates of the adjustment bracket.
3. Depress the cutting height adjust pedal, move the
transport release rod outward, and slowly release the
pedal until it rests against the pin.