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Adjusting the Cutting
Height
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the muffler
will be hot and can severely burn you.
Keep away from the hot muffler.
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set the front
wheels to the same height as the rear wheels
15).
Note:
To raise the machine, move the front
cutting-height levers rearward and the rear
cutting-height levers forward. To lower the machine,
move the front cutting-height levers forward and the
rear cutting-height levers rearward.
Figure 15
1. Raise the machine
Note:
The cutting-height settings are 25 mm (1 inch);
35 mm (1-3/8 inches); 44 mm (1-3/4 inches); 54 mm
(2-1/8 inches); 64 mm (2-1/2 inches); 73 mm (2-7/8
inches); 83 mm (3-1/4 inches); 92 mm (3-5/8 inches);
and 102 mm (4 inches).
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2. Lower the machine
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.
•
Always look down and behind you before moving
the machine in reverse.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
•
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade. Avoid mowing in
wet conditions.
•
Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
block your view.
•
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a
slip-and-fall accident.
•
Stop the machine and inspect the blades after
striking an object or if there is an abnormal
vibration in the machine. Make all necessary
repairs before resuming operation.
•
Before leaving the operating position, shut off the
engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
•
If the engine has been running the muffler will be
hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from
the hot muffler.
•
Check the grass catcher components and the
discharge guard frequently and replace them with
the manufacturer's recommended parts when
necessary.
•
Use accessories and attachments approved by
the The Toro® Company only.
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