Grass Cutting - Honda HF1211 Operator's Manual

HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
R
EVERSE
For mechanical drive models:
The machine MUST be stopped before reverse can be engaged. Push down
the pedal until the machine stops and then insert reverse by moving the lever
sideways and putting it into position «R». Gradually release the pedal to
engage the clutch and then begin moving in reverse.
For hydrostatic drive models:
The machine MUST be stopped before reverse can be engaged. When the
machine is stopped, start the reverse movement by putting the speed change
lever in the «R» direction.

5.3 GRASS CUTTING

E
NGAGING THE BLADE AND FORWARD MOVEMENT
When you have reached the area to be mowed,
– put the accelerator into the «FAST» position;
– engage the blade by putting the lever into position «B»;
– to begin moving, operate the speed regulation controls taking care to release
the pedal with caution as already described.
Engage the blade with the cutting deck in the highest position, and then gradually
lower to the height required. To achieve good collection and even cutting of the
grass, choose a forward speed to suit the quantity of grass to be cut (height and
density) and the lawn's humidity, in line with the following indications (
mechanical drive models):
– High and dense grass - wet lawn
– Average condition grass
– Low grass - dry lawn
NOTE
on horizontal surfaces.
For hydrostatic drive models the speed has to be adapted to the condition of
the grass in a gradual and progressive way by moving the speed change lever.
The fifth gear is solely for moving from one area to another
1st speed
2nd - 3rd speed
4th speed
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