Adjusting the Cutting Height
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you.
Keep away from the hot muffler.
Note:
To raise the machine, move the front and rear cutting-height levers forward; to lower the machine,
move the cutting-height levers rearward. Set all the wheels to the same height unless special circumstances
require otherwise; refer to
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
•
Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury. Shut off the engine,
remove the ignition key (electric-start model only),
Operating Tips (page
19).
Figure 13
and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.
•
When you release the blade-control bar, the
engine should shut off and the blade should stop
within 3 seconds. If not, stop using your machine
immediately and contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
•
Keep bystanders out of the operating area. Keep
small children out of the operating area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult who is
not operating the machine. Stop the machine if
anyone enters the area.
•
Always look down and behind you before moving
the machine in reverse.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
•
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade. Avoid mowing in
wet conditions.
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