Cutting Height; Operation - Craftsman 536.252570 Owner's Manual

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OPERATION
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TO SELECT MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
(See Fig. 7)
The cutting height is selected by placing the memory
rod in the desired height position The cutting height range is
approximateIy 2 to 4 inches,
• Press cutting height adjustment pedal afl the way down
until it latches.
• Move memory rod to desired cutting height Lowest cutting
height is toward front of tractor and highest is toward rear
of tractor. The Iatched pedal position is the highest cutting
position_
e Press pedal latch to release pedal, mower deck witl lower
to the desired cutting height
• The memory positions (1 thru 5) change height of cut
approximately 3/8 inch each. Total available cutting height
adjustments exceeds 2 inches..
• The average lawn should be cut approximately 2-1/2"
dur{ng cool season and over 3" during hot months. For
healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after
moderate growth.
e For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height
should be mowed twiCer Make the first cut at the highest
position; the second to desired height.
If cutting blades do not cut evenly, go to "TO ADJUST
MOWER DECK HEIGHT" and "TO LEVEL MOWER DECK"
instructions°
TO OPERATE MOWER
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch Anyattempt by the operator to leave the seat with en-
gine running and brake.clutch pedal not fully depressed with
parking brake latch locked, and/or attachment clutch lever en-
gaged, will shut off engine_
• Select desired height of cut with cutting height adjustment
pedal.
e TO STARTMOWER - Slowly move attachment clutch lever
to ENGAGED position.
• TO STOP MOWER - Move attachment crutch lever to
DISENGAGED position.
_ CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without
either discharge chute deflector, or entire grass
catcher, on mowers so equipped, in place,
.............. "TOOPERATE ON HILLS
CAUTION: On siopes, be very cautious
and avoid sharp turns to prevent tipping
or loss of control NEVER carry passen-
gers.
• Choose slowest speed before starting up or down hilts
e Avoid stopping, starting or changing speed on hills
e If slowing is necessary, move shift control lever to slower
position
PEDALLATCH
CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT PEDAL
MEMORY
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VIEW OF LEFT SIDE OF TRACTOR
FIG. 7
• If stopping is necessary, push brake-clutch peda_ fully (all
way down) and engage parking brake
• Move shift controJ tever to NEUTRAL position.
e To restart movement, release parking brake and move shift
centre{ lever to slow forward speed Be sure you have
el(owed enough room for unit to rot{ slightly as you restart
movement.
e Make all turns slowly.
TO TRANSPORT TRACTOR
(See Fig, 8)
e Fully depress cutting height adjustment pedal into highest
position,
e When pushing ortowing your unit, be sure shift control lever
is in NEUTRAL position.
e Pull free wheel control lever out and slide sideways to lock
the lever in position to push the tractor
• Slowty release parking brake and brake-clutch pedal
e Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH
NOTE: To drive tractor free wheel control tever MUST be
pushed in.. This control and it's instructional decat are located at
the rear of the tractor on the drawbar.
FREE
WHEEL
LEVER
VIEW FROM REAR OF TRACTOR
FIG. 8