Craftsman 917.28035 - Manual (Page 14)

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The position of the attachment lift lever (A)
determines the cutting height.
• Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting
height slot.
The cutting height range is approximately 1"
to 4". The heights are measured from the
ground tothe blade tip with the engine not run­
ning. These heights are approximate and may
vary depending upon soil conditions, height
of grass and types of grass being mowed.
•
The average lawn should be cut to ap­
proximately 2-1/2" during the cool season
and to over 3" during hot months. For
healthier and better looking lawns, mow
often and after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass over
6" in height should be mowed twice. Make
the first cut relatively high; the second to
desired height.
TO OPERATE MOWER
Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. Any attempt bythe
operator to leave the seat with the engine
running and the attachment clutch engaged
will shut off the engine. You must remain
fully and centrally positioned in the seat to
prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting
offwhen
operating yourequipmenton rough,
rolling terrain or hills.
1. Select desired height of cut with attach­
ment lift lever.
2. Start mower blade by engaging attach­
ment clutch control.
TO STOP MOWER BLADE
1. Disengage attachment clutch control.
CAUTION: Do not operate machine
without the entire grass catcher, or other
safety devices in place and working
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Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse
Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by
the operator to travel in the reverse direction
with the attachment clutch engaged will shut
off the engine unless ignition key is placed
in the ROS "ON" position.
WARNING: Backing up with the at­
tachment clutch engaged while mowing is
strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON",
to allow reverse operation with the attach­
ment clutch engaged, should only be done
when the operator decides it is necessary to
reposition the machine with the attachment
engaged.
Do not mow in reverse unless
absolutely necessary.
USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM
Only use if you are certain no children or
other bystanders will enterthe mowing area.
1. Depress brake pedal all the way down.
With engine running, turn ignition key
counterclockwise to ROS "ON" position.
Look down and behind before and while
backing.
Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to
start movement.
When use of the ROS is no longer
needed, turn the ignition key clockwise
to engine "ON" position.
REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
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5.
ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position
(Normal Operating)
TO TRANSPORT
• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest.
• When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure gearshift lever is in neutral position.
• Do not push or tow tractor at more than
five (5) MPH.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when
transporting yourtractor on atruck or atrailer,
be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor.
Use an appropriate means of tying hood to
tractor (rope, cord, etc.).
TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH­
MENTS
Tow only the attachments that are recom­
mended by and comply with specifications
of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use
common sense when towing. Too heavy of
a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires
can lose traction with the ground and cause
you to lose control of your tractor.
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