Direction Of Travel And Ground Speed - Honda HA4118H38A Owner's Manual

OPERATION
After using the lawn tractor for a while, you'll get a better feel for how
much effort to use on the steering wheel for a particular turn.
The speed of the lawn tractor greatly affects how the steering
responds. For this reason, you should use a lower ground speed
before entering turns.
Avoid turning the lawn tractor when operating on a sloped surface. See
the Operation on Slopes (page 38) section for more details.
Direction of Travel and Ground Speed
The hydrostatic transmission in your lawn tractor offers you a widely
variable range of speeds in both the forward and reverse directions.
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To travel forward, push down on the forward travel pedal.
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To travel in reverse, push down on the reverse travel pedal.
Your ground speed is controlled by the amount of pressure you use to
push down on the travel pedals.
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To increase speed in either direction, increase pressure (push
down further) on the appropriate travel pedal.
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To decrease speed in either direction, decrease pressure (let up)
on the appropriate travel pedal.
On slopes and hills, maintain a slow, steady speed. Also use slower
ground speeds under the following conditions:
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Sharp turns
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Mowing in narrow areas or near trees
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Trimming near obstructions
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Cutting tall or very thick grass
For best cutting performance, mowing speed should be determined
based on grass conditions.
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