Operating the Self-Propel
Drive
To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the
self-propel drive bar toward the handle and hold it in
place
(Figure
16).
Figure 16
1. Self-propel-drive bar
To disengage the self-propel drive, release the
self-propel-drive bar.
Note:
The machine comes with freewheeling clutches
that make it easier to pull the machine rearward. To
disengage the clutches, you may need to push the
machine forward about 2.5 cm (1 inch) or more after
you release the self-propel-drive bar.
Adjusting the Blade Speed
This machine has 2 blade-speed settings: A
M
.
AX
•
In the A
position, the blade speed adjusts
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automatically for greater efficiency. The machine
detects changes in the cutting conditions and
increases the blade speed as needed to maintain
the quality of cut.
•
In the M
position, the blade speed remains at
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the maximum speed at all times.
Turn the key in the key switch to either position to
adjust the blade speed setting
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and
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(Figure
17).
1. A
position
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Shutting Off the Machine
1.
Release the blade-control bar (A of
2.
Remove the electric-start button from the electric
starter (B of
Figure
3.
Remove the battery pack; refer to
Battery Pack from the Machine (page
Note:
Whenever you are not using the machine,
remove the battery pack.
Removing the Battery Pack
from the Machine
1.
Lift up the battery-compartment lid.
2.
Press the battery-pack latch to release the
battery pack and remove the battery pack.
3.
Close the battery-compartment lid.
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Figure 17
2. M
position
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Figure
18).
Removing the
19).
Figure 18
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