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OPERATION
WARNING
Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, disengage the blade(s),
engage the parking brake, and remove the key.
Reverse Caution Mode (RCM)
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE button
allows the riding mower to be operated in reverse
with the blade(s) (PTO) engaged.
NOTE:
Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
WARNING
Use extreme caution while operating the riding mower in the REVERSE
CAUTION MODE
.
Always look down and behind before and while backing. Do
not operate the riding mower when children or others are around. Stop the
riding mower immediately if someone enters the area.
To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE:
NOTE:
The operator MUST be seated in the seat.
1.
Start the riding mower as previously instructed.
2.
Press and hold the RCM button down for three seconds until the red indicator light
illuminates. The red indicator will remain on as long as the REVERSE CAUTION MODE
is on.
3.
Once activated (indicator light ON), the riding mower can be driven in reverse with
the cutting blade(s) (PTO) engaged.
4.
Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children or
others are around. After resuming forward motion, press the RCM button to return
to normal mowing operation.
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:
a. The RCM button is pressed again to turn off the mode (red indicator light
turns off).
b. The operator leaves the seat.
c.
The START/STOP button is pressed.
Operating the PTO
To operate the PTO (Blades ON/OFF) proceed as follows:
Press the PTO button for one second. When activated the green indicator light under the
PTO button is ON (Blades ON). Press the PTO button again for one second, green indicator
light is OFF (Blades OFF).
Mulching (If equipped)
Mulching is a process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath the cutting deck.
The ultra-fine clippings are then forced back into the lawn where they act as a natural
fertilizer. Refer to the Assembly section of this manual for instructions on how to install the
mulch kit (if equipped).
Mowing
WARNING
•
To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders,
helpers, children, and pets at least 75 feet (23 meters) from the riding
mower while it is in operation. Stop riding mower if anyone enters
the area.
•
Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads,
sidewalks, bystanders, and the like. Also, avoid discharging material
against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to
ricochet back toward the operator.
The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your
riding mower:
1.
Do not mow or drive at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector
is installed.
2.
For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut clockwise with the
discharge facing towards the center of your lawn. After the first two laps, reverse
the direction to discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will give a
better appearance to the lawn.
3.
Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly
in dry weather.
4.
Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second
time to get a clean cut.
5.
Do not attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and grass taller than 10” (25.4 cm).
Your riding mower is designed to mow lawns, NOT clear brush.
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