Operating Instructions H24d44TRANSAXLE LOCKOUTIMPORTANT: DO NOT TOW this mower fasterthan 2 mph (3.2 km/h) with the transaxle lockoutengaged. Towing can produce excessive internalpressure and damage the transaxle(s).To move the mower with the engine NOT running(dead battery, maintenance, etc.), the transaxlesneed to be unlocked (released).1. Raise the body.2. Pull up on each transaxle lockout arm andmove back to engage the step that holds thearm in the UP (unlocked) position.3. The mower will “freewheel” with the arms inthe LOCKOUT position. The levers must be inthe highest position to completely unlock thetransaxles.Transaxle Lockout ArmTransaxle Lockout Arm - Freewheel Position4. After moving the mower, release the arms,plac ing them down in the normal OPERATINGposition. The transaxle lockout arm endsshould be completely retracted against thechassis, otherwise operation of the transaxlemay be erratic.Transaxle Lockout ArmTransaxle Lockout Arm - Normal OperatingPosition