TRANSPORTING
BEFORE
LOADING
If the engine
has been running,
allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes
before loading
the mower on the transport
vehicle.
A hot engine and
exhaust
system
can burn you and can ignite some materials.
1.
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
This will prevent carburetor
flooding
and reduce the possibility
of fuel leakage.
OFF
FUEL
VALVE
2.
If installed,
remove the grass bag.
LOADING
AND UNLOADING
If a suitable
loading
ramp is not available,
two people should lift the
mower on and off the transport
vehicle while holding the mower level.
Position the mower so all four wheels
are on the bed of the transport
vehicle.
Tie the mower down with rope or straps, and block the wheels.
Keep the tie-down
rope or straps away from the controls,
adjustment
levers, cables,
and the carburetor.
The handlebar
can be folded
so the mower will take up less space
(page 52).
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