Bolens 135-688-000 - Manual (Page 13)

A CAUTION
Look to the rear before backing up.
5. Release the parking brake by depressing the
clutch-brake pedal, pressing outward on the
speed control lever and moving to desired
position.
NOTE
Use first speed position when
operating the lawn tractor for the
first time.
6. Release clutch-brake pedal slowly to put unit
into motion.
7. The lawn tractor is brought to a stop by
depressing the clutch-brake pedal.
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CAUTION
If the unit is not to be used for a
long period, place the gear shift
lever in NEUTRAL, stop the engine,
set the parking brake and remove
the key. DO NOT leave the machine
on an incline.
OPERATING THE CUTTING BLADES
The cutting blades may be engaged while the lawn
tractor is moving or standing still. DO NOT engage
the cutting blades abruptly as the sudden belt ten­
sion on the pulley may cause the engine to stall.
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WARNING
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When the blade drive is engaged,
keep feet and hands away from the
discharge opening, the blades or
any part of the deck.
Move the lift and disengagement lever into the
DISENGAGED position to raise the deck and
disengage the blades.
NOTE
When the machine is used for other
than mowing operations, the blade
drive should be disengaged.
GRASS CATCHERS are available as optional
equipment for the lawn tractors shown in this
manual.
Model 015 for 34" and 38" Side Discharge Decks
Model 038 for 30" Rear Discharge Deck
Model 058 for 36" Rear Discharge Deck
At
WARNING t
The mower should not be operated
without the entire grass catcher or
chute deflector in place.
NOTE
Under normal usage bag material is
subject to wear, and should be
checked periodically. Be sure any
replacement bag complies with the
mower manufacturer’s recommen­
dations.
For replacement bags, use only fac­
tory authorized replacement bag.
ADJUSTMENTS
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
The seat may be adjusted to one of several posi­
tions. Refer to seat installation section of
assembly instructions.
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
There are four height positions for the steering
wheel. To adjust the height of the steering wheel,
remove the hairpin cotter and clevis pin on the
steering shaft. Place the steering wheel in the
position desired and secure with hairpin cotter
and clevis pin. Refer to figure 12.
SPEED CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (See figure 19)
First, adjust the speed control lever by pushing
the clutch-brake pedal forward until the stop on
the speed control rod is against the running board
rod. See figure 19. Have another person hold the
pedal in this position as you make the following
adjustment. Place the speed control lever in park­
ing brake position. Remove the hairpin cotter and
flat washer, and adjust the ferrule on the rod so It
Is against the back end of the slot. See figure 19.
Replace the flat washer and hairpin cotter.
Next, adjust the speed control link as follows to
obtain the correct neutral adjustment.
1. Start the engine.
2. Place the shift lever in Neutral position.
3. Place the speed control lever in high speed
position.
4. Release the clutch-brake pedal completely,
then slowly depress the pedal all the way (to
park position). Hold the pedal in this position.
5. Turn the engine off.
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