DR Power 46 Lawn Mower Deck - Manual (Page 23)

DR 46" LAWN MOWER DECK Safety & Operating Instructions 19
Engaging the Wheel Drive
The DR ALL-TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER has a four-speed forward
transmission and single-speed reverse. Forward speeds range from 1.4 mph in first gear
to 4.3 mph in fourth gear on all but the 8.0 HP models. The ground speeds on the 8.0
HP models range from 1.2 mph in first gear to 3.8 mph in fourth gear. Use the lower
gears for mowing in thick vegetation, on slopes and when maneuverability is tight. Use
the higher gears for wide-open areas and lighter vegetation, or as “travel gears”.
Reverse is ideal for maneuvering in tight spots.
1. Move the Shift Lever to the desired gear.
2. Gently squeeze the Wheel Clutch Lever to engage a gear.
3. Release the Wheel Clutch Lever if you need to slow down or stop.
Engaging the Lawn Deck Blades
1. Hold down the Operator Presence Lever.
2. Engage the Blade (Lawn Deck) Control Lever.
Note: If you engage the Blade (Lawn Deck) Control Lever before holding down
the Operator Presence Lever the engine will shut off.
Stopping the Lawn Deck Blades
Push the Blade (Lawn Deck) Control Lever forward to the OFF (DISENGAGED)
position.
Note: Releasing the Operator Presence Lever while the lawn deck blades are
engaged will cause the engine to shut off.
WARNING! Always disengage the blades of the DR 46" LAWN MOWER
DECK before shifting into reverse.
NOTICE! Always release the Wheel Clutch Lever when shifting gears.