Mowing Pattern & Tips - Simplicity SunRunner 1691331 Operator's Manual

Operation
9. Select the appropriate ground speed for conditions. If
the terrain is rough, hilly or sloping, drive slowly. You
should also drive slowly to cut thick grass. On level,
smooth ground, with light grass, you can use full speed.
10. Use the transmission control lever to slow down for
turns or to trim around objects, then increase speed.
11. To stop, move the transmission control lever into
NEUTRAL position. You can also stop by depressing
the clutch-brake pedal. If you stop by depressing the
pedal, move control lever to NEUTRAL before
releasing pedal.
12. Before leaving operator's position, set the parking
brake and disengage the mower PTO. (The parking
brake is shown set in figure 4.) Set the engine speed
control to SLOW and allow the engine to idle for 20
seconds. Turn the key to OFF and remove it. Wait for
moving parts to stop.
13. Clean all dirt and grass from the mower and rider. Be
sure to clean the engine and transmission compartment.
Allow engine to cool before touching engine parts.
^WARNING
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and
mower free of grass,/leaves and excess grease._
A WARNING
Do not stop or start suddenly when operating uphill or
downhill. Mow up and down the face of steep slopes;
never across the face. Select slow ground speed before
driving onto a slope. Never operate on slopes greater
than 16° which is a rise of 3 feet (0.91 meters) vertically
in 10 feet (3.1 meters) horizontally. Use a rear weight
kit on slopes greater than 8° which is a rise of 1.5 feet
(0.45 meters) vertically in 10 feet (3.1 meters)
horizontally.
MOWING PATTERN & TIPS
For the first use of the mower choose a smooth level area.
Cut long straight strips overlapping slightly.
The size and type of area to be mowed determines the best
mowing pattern to use. Obstructions such as trees, fences
and buildings must also be considered. Where possible,
make one or two passes in a clockwise direction around the
outside of the area to keep cut grass off fences and walks.
The remainder of the mowing should be done in a
counterclockwise direction so the clippings are dispersed on
the cut area.
Most lawns should be mowed to keep the grass
approximately two to three inches (50 to 76 mm) high. Best
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