To adjust the Maximum Forward Speed Bar to the desired
position:
1. Bring the mower to a complete stop.
2. Pull the T-handle knob (D) out, move the maximum
forward speed bar desired hole location, release the T-
handle knob. Make sure that the T-handle knob locks the
maximum forward speed bar into place.
Smooth Travel
The ground speed control levers of the zero-turn riding mower
are responsive.
The BEST method of handling the ground speed control
levers is in three steps — as shown in Figure 9.
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FIRST, place your hands on the ground speed control levers
and the maximum forward speed bar as shown.
SECOND, to go forward gradually push the ground speed
control levers with the palms of your hands evenly towards
the maximum forward speed lever.
THIRD, to speed up squeeze the ground speed control levers
to the maximum forward speed lever. To slow down smoothly,
slowly move the levers evenly towards neutral.
Basic Driving
Forward Travel Practice
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Gradually move both ground speed control levers evenly
FORWARD from neutral. Slow down and repeat.
Note: Straight forward travel takes practice. If the unit veers
to either direction while both ground speed controls levers
are pressed against the maximum forward speed bar see
Tracking Adjustment in the Maintenance Procedures section.
Reverse Travel Practice
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LOOK DOWN & BEHIND, then gradually move both ground
speed control levers evenly BACK from neutral. Slow down
and repeat.
Note: Practice backing up for several minutes before
attempting to do so near objects. The zero-turn riding mower
turns sharply in reverse as well as forward, and backing up
straight takes practice.
Practice Turning Around a Corner
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