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ENGINE SPEED
The engine speed control knob may be set anywhere in the
mow range to suit varying mowing conditions.
NORMAL SPEED
The lowest speed in the mow range (toward stop) is satis¬
factory for cutting common types of grass at normal height.
This speed setting minimizes the noise level and fuel con¬
sumption, and is recommended for average conditions.
HIGHER SPEEDS
Higher engine speed may be more effective under special
conditions. For instance, light, wispy grass - such as bahaia
or rye - may require full engine speed for clean cutting. Very
heavy or tall grass should be cut at higher engine speeds.
If the grass is damp, the catcher bag will fill better at higher
speed.
FRONT TO BACK
TROUBLE SHOOTING
If the engine fails to start, check the following:
1. Fuel supply is ample. If the engine has been run until
out of fuel, the tank must be filled to the top to fill the
carburetor. (See "BEFORE STARTING")
2. Speed control is set at START.
3. Spark plug wire is connected.
MOWING HINTS
4. Battery plug is fully inserted. (Electric Start Models)
For mowing, average engine speed is from three-fourths to
full. For cleaning leaves or bagging litter, run at full speed
for greater blowing action.
For the first use of the mower, choose a smooth, level area.
Cut long, straight strips overlapping slightly. After getting
used to the operation, proceed to inclines or rough ground.
Approach sunken flower beds, edges of drives and walks head-
on. Let front of mower extend over the edge slightly on each
pass. Overhanging grass will be cut cleanly.
Guide the left side of the mower along trees, posts or other
obstacles and follow the contour as closely as possible.
For heavy growth, raise the height setting (See Adjustments)
to the highest cutting position, recut at desired position.
Wet, Thick or Heavy Grass:
If mowing without the catcher
assembly, start at the outer edge of the area and mow count¬
erclockwise so that clippings are always deposited on cut
grass.
Less engine power is required and a more even cut
free of streaks will result.
Height Setting:
On thick or springy grass, do not set the
cutting height too low.
The wheels may sink into the
lawn, resulting in too short a cut.
For best appearance, new grass should be cut in the after¬
noon or evening when it is free of moisture.
Change patterns occasionally to eliminate matting, graining
and a corrugated appearance. See diagrams.
If none of these is the trouble, the engine may be flooded.
FLOODING:
The engine features a unique automatic
choke to provide easiest startmg at temperatures between
30® and 100®F. at the first start of the day or immediately
after stopping the engine. If it fails to start after 5 pulls on
the manual starter or after 5 seconds of cranking the electric
starter, it may be flooded. Flooding may have also been
caused by the mower being tipped.
To clear a flooded engine:
1. Set the speed control knob at STOP. This blocks the
choke open.
2. Pull the manual starter handle 6 times or crank the
electric starter for 6 seconds by turning the ignition key.
3. Set the speed control knob at START and follow the
norm^ starting procedure described previously.
If the mower will not drive itself (self-propelled models)
check the following:
1. The drive rollers may be slipping at the tires. Adjust the
control rod burnbuckles. (See Adjustments, page 10)
2. The drive belt may be slipping. The belt may be wet. If
this happens, letting the drive run a few minutes will dry
the bek. If oil has been filled on the belt, use Energine or
a similar cleaning fluid on a rag to clean it. An alternate
method is to sprinkle a h^dful of Frizit or Kitty-Litter
compound on the belt while running.
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