Simplicity CFC Series Operator's Manual page 14

Operation
13. Before leaving operator's position, set the parking brake
and disengage the mower PTO. 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,
14. Clean all dirt and grass from the mower and rider. Be
sure to clean the engine compartment. Allow engine to
cool before touching engine parts.
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 jn 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
results are obtained by cutting often and not too short. To
help keep a green lawn, never mow more than one third of the
height of the grass, or a maximum of one inch (25 mm), in
one mowing. For extremely tall grass, set the cutting height
at maximum for the first pass, and then reset to the desired
height and mow again.
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With engine off, adjust the cutting height as necessary. For
best appearance, grass should be cut in the afternoon or
early evening (in daylight) when it is free of external
moisture.
Where possible, change patterns occasionally to eliminate
matting, graining or a corrugated appearance.
PUSHING RIDER BY HAND
To push the rider by hand, the transmission release levers
must be engaged. Pull up on lever and rotate lever against
hydro pump plunger (rotate backwards for left hand pump
and forward for right hand pump). Place levers in "drive"
position to use rider.