Using the Self-Propel Drive
For Self-Propel-Drive Models Only
•
To engage the self-propel drive, pull the
self-propel-drive bar to the handle and hold it
(Figure
14).
Figure 14
1. Self-propel-drive bar
Note:
The maximum self-propel-drive speed is
fixed. To reduce the speed, increase the space
between the self-propel-drive bar and the handle.
•
To disengage the self-propel-drive, release the
self-propel drive bar.
Shutting Off the Engine
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure
that the engine shuts off within
3 seconds after releasing the
blade-control bar.
To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar.
Important:
When you release the blade-control
bar, both the engine and blade should stop within
3 seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop
using your machine immediately and contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Recycling the Clippings
Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle
the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it;
refer to
Removing the Grass Bag (page
side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it;
refer to
Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page
14).
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