Tractor Operation; Mowing; Adjust Mower Cutting Height; Emptying The Catcher - Briggs & Stratton 2691485-00 Manual Del Operario

In the event of an emergency, turn the ignition switch to the
STOP position to stop the engine.

Tractor Operation

1. Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can
comfortably reach all the controls. See Features and
Controls.
2. Engage the parking brake control:
a. Fully push down on the brake pedal.
b. Pull UP on the parking brake.
c. Release the brake pedal.
3. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged.
4. Start the engine. See Start Engine.
5. Disengage the parking brake:
a. Fully push DOWN on the brake pedal.
b. Push IN the parking brake control.
c. Release the brake pedal.
6. Push down on the speed control pedal to move forward.
Release the pedal to stop.
Note: The further down the pedal is pushed the faster the
tractor will move.
7. To stop the tractor, release the speed control pedals, set
the parking brake, and stop the engine. See Stop Tractor
and Engine.

Mowing

DANGER
This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet, and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury or death.
• Only operate the machine in daylight hours or good
artificial light.
• Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
hazards.
Uneven terrain can overturn the machine or cause
operator to lose their balance or footing.
• Do not direct discharge material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction as
material may ricochet back toward the operator.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel surface.
• Do not leave a running machine unattended. Always
park on level ground, disengage the attachment, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove starter insert or
key.
1. Engage the parking brake. Refer to Features and
Controls.
2. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged.
3. Start the engine. See Start Engine.
4. Set the throttle control to the FAST position.
5. Engage the PTO to activate the mower blades.
6. Set the electric Height-of-Cut switch to the desired cutting
height.
7. Disengage the parking brake, then begin mowing.
8. When finished mowing, shut off the PTO.
9. STOP the engine. See Stop Tractor and Engine.
WARNING
The engine will shut off if the reverse ground speed pedal
is depressed while the PTO is on and the RMO has not
been activated. The operator must always turn the PTO off
prior to driving across on roads, paths, or areas that can be
used by other vehicles. Sudden loss of drive could create a
hazard.

Adjust Mower Cutting Height

The mower lift lever is used to lower the deck to cutting
position or raise the deck to transport position. Refer to
Features and Controls.
To lower the deck:
1. Pull back slightly on the mower lift lever.
2. Push it to the left.
3. Move it down.
To raise the deck:
1. Pull up on the mower lift lever.
2. Lock in notch to the right.
Note: Do not cut when raised in transport position.
The cutting height electric switch controls the mower
cutting height. The electric switch adjust the cutting height
between 1.5 inches and 3.5 inches (2.5 cm and 8.89 cm).
See Specifications section for height-of-cut specification.

Emptying the Catcher

1. Extend the grass catcher handle and pivot it forward until
the grass catcher assembly is completely open at the
bottom. See Figure 7.
2. Empty the grass from the catcher.
3. Move the tractor forward a short distance.
4. Turn the grass catcher assembly back to the closed
position.
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