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The mower may not travel straight in reverse.
Slight adjustments may need to be made using
the steering controls.
To steer left while traveling in reverse, allow the left
steering control lever to move forward. The further
the control is allowed to move forward, the quicker the
mower will turn left.
To steer right while traveling in reverse, allow the right
steering control lever to move forward. The further
the control is allowed to move forward, the quicker the
mower will turn right.
To stop the reverse travel, allow the steering control levers
to return to the neutral position. If the mower is to be parked,
engage the parking brake.
4.8 ENGAGING THE DECK DRIVE
(CUTTER BLADES)
1. Set the throttle at about 3/4 speed. Do not attempt to
engage the deck drive at high speed as this shortens
the electric clutch life — use only moderate engine
speed when engaging the deck drive.
2. Engage the deck drive by pulling out on the yellow
switch, located on the instrument panel, to the
engage position. See Figure 4-5.
Figure 4-5. Cutter Engage Switch
CAUTION
Disengage power to the mower before backing
up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary and then only after observation of the
entire area behind the mower.
PULL UP TO ENGAGE
PUSH DOWN TO DISENGAGE
CAUTION
Before backing up, observe behind the mower for
persons and obstructions. Clear the area before
backing up. Possible injury or property damage
could occur.
A squealing noise may be heard when engaging
or disengaging the deck drive. It is caused by the
electric clutch plates meshing as the mower comes
up to speed. This is normal.
3. To disengage the deck drive, push the switch in to
the disengage position.
4. Always operate the engine at full throttle to properly
maintain cutting speed. If the engine starts to lug
down, reduce the forward speed and allow the
engine to operate at maximum RPM.
4.9 HILLSIDE OPERATION
WARNING
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. Under no
circumstances should the machine be operated
on slopes greater than 20 degrees. See Figure 2-3,
Page 10 to determine approximate slope of area to
be mowed. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED
OPERATION.
1. This mower has been designed for good traction and
stability under normal mowing conditions. However,
caution must be used when traveling on slopes,
especially when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces
traction and steering control.
2. Stay at least 2 cutting widths away from drop-offs,
ditches, retaining walls, water, avoid any slope
exceeding 20-degrees.
3. To prevent tipping or loss of control, do not start or
stop suddenly, avoid unnecessary turns and travel
at reduced speed. If tires lose traction, disengage
blades and proceed slowly off the slope.
4. Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill. Sudden
starts may cause the machine to tip backwards.
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