Homelite 1600383 - Manual (Page 7)

e. Ignition Switch ENGINE
See Figure 6. The ignition switch must be turned to the
"Start" position to actuate the starter. As soon as engine
starts; let go of key and it will automatically return to
"On". Turn key to "Off" to stop the engine,
f. Parking Brake Lever
See Figure 7. The parking brake lever, located under the
right side of the seat, is pushed down to engage brake. Brake
should be engaged when leaving the tractor unattended.
g. Mower P.T.O. Drive Clutch Lever
See Figure 8. The mower PTO drive is engaged by pushing
the mower drive clutch lever forward and down and is dis­
engaged by pulling lever upward and back. A safety inter­
lock switch requires that lever be in the disengaged position
to start engine.
Never leave the operators seat without disengaging
mower drive.
h. Mower Height Control Crank
Study the Safety Rules in this manual and follow all
of them when operating this riding mower.
a. Read the engine owner's manual thoroughly.
b. Check engine oil level, (Figure 7), and add oil as re­
quired to maintain level up to full mark on dipstick.
NOTE: Use only a high quality detergent oil classified as
"SC", or "SD" or "MS". For summer operation, use SAE
30. If under 40 degrees, use .10W-30.
c. Fill the fuel tank (Figure 7) with a good grade of regular
gasoline. DO NOT use premium gasoline and DO NOT
mix oil with gasoline.
CAUTION
Gasoline is highly flammable. Avoid overfilling and
wipe up any spilled fuel. Allow no open flame,
smoking or matches near the area of refueling.
MOWER
a. Be sure that you are familiar with the safety precautions,
controls and operating instructions given in this manual.
b. Check the mower carefully to be sure that it is properly
installed, leveled, and adjusted - (See Adjustments).
CAUTION
NEVER OPERATE THE MOWER unless the deflector
asserribly and discharge guard are securely bolted in
place, (See Figure 9).
c. Check the condition of mower blade. Keep it sharp and
in balance.
d. Clear the lawn of all sticks, stones, wire and other debris
which may be caught or thrown by the mower blade.
CAUTION
See Figure 6. The cutting height of the; mower can be ad­
justed from 1-1/2 to 3-1/2 inches by rotating the height con­
trol crank. Turn clockwise to raise and counter-clockwise
to lower.
e. Determine the best method of mowing according to the
dimensions, terrain and obstructions of the lawn.
i. Mower Lift Lever
See Figure 8. Pull back to raise mower and push forward
and down to lower mower.