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11 DR  SCOUT  FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions
Engaging the Wheel Drive
The DR
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SCOUT

FIELD and BRUSH MOWER has a three-speed forward
transmission and single-speed reverse. Forward speeds range from 1.1 mph in first gear
to 2.2 mph in third gear. Use the lower gears for mowing in thick, woody vegetation
and the higher gears for wide-open areas and lighter vegetation, or as "travel gears."
Reverse is ideal for maneuvering in tight spots.
Note: Always release the wheel clutch lever (Figure 4, on page 11) when shifting gears.
1. Move the shift lever (Figure 4) to any desired gear.
2. Gently squeeze the wheel clutch lever to engage a gear.
3. Release the clutch if you need to slow down or stop.
Engaging the Blade
1. Hold down the operator presence lever. (Figure 4)
2. Squeeze the blade clutch lever. (Figure 4)
Note: If you squeeze the blade clutch lever before holding down the operator
presence lever the engine will shut off.
Stopping the Blade
Release the blade clutch lever. (Figure 4)
Note: Releasing the operator presence lever (Figure 4) while the blade is engaged
will cause the engine to shut off.
WARNING! Always disengage the blade of the DR

SCOUT

FIELD
and BRUSH MOWER before shifting into reverse.