Honda H4514H Owner's Manual page 40

MOWING
Before operating this lawn tractor you should read and understand the SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS on pages 6-9.
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Rotating blades and thrown objects can cause severe personal injury.
Always stop the engine before clearing the discharge chute or removing
the grass bags.
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Unseen hazards may cause loss of control or damage to the lawn trac-
tor. Look for and avoid rocks, roots, holes, and hidden hazards in the
terrain.
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Operating the lawn tractor near the edge of a ditch or an embankment
could cause it to tip or roll over.
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Certain maneuvers can cause the lawn tractor to tip or roll over on slop-
ing surfaces; avoid sharp turns, rapid acceleration, and sudden stops.
Also, avoid backing down slopes.
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Decomposing grass creates heat, and may become a fire hazard.
Always empty the grass bags before storing the tractor.
When mowing tall grass, make a first pass with the deck fully raised (4);
this will help to expose any hidden obstacles. When you are sure that the
area is completely cleared, mow again at the desired height.
NOTICE lf the lawn tractor should accidentally get caught on an unseen
object (rock, root, hole, etc.), do not attempt to ride over the obstruction or turn
the steering wheel to free the mower. These actions can damage the steering
mechanism or the deck.
Mowing Tips
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For best results mow when grass is dry, and the ground is slightly damp
to control dust.
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If dust is a problem, water the lawn the day before you mow.
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Wet grass will clog the deck and the discharge chute; this will cause
poor cut quality.
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To avoid leaving uncut grass, engage the PTO before shifting the transmis-
sion from neutral to the desired mowing speed.
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When trimming, reduce mowing speed, and mow counterclockwise
around trees, posts, flower beds, sprinklers, etc.
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