Walker MB (18 HP) Owner's Manual

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Operating Instructions31STOPPING THE MACHINE1. Slow the engine to idle; put the throttle in theIDLE position.2. Pull the steering levers to the NEUTRAL-PARKposition and then move the FSC lever backwardto the NEUTRAL-PARK position.3. Disengage the blade clutch.IMPORTANT: DO NOT disengage the bladeclutch with high engine speed (above 1/2throttle) since the brake action on the blade drivewill cause premature wear of the Engine/PTOBelt and electric clutch/brake.4. Turn the ignition switch OFF.5. Engage the parking brake.IMPORTANT: The transaxles lock to prevent themower from rolling freely with the enginestopped. However, if the mower is parked on aslope, it is necessary to ENGAGE the parkingBRAKE to prevent the mower from creeping.This is due to a small amount of slippage in thetransaxles, especially when transmission fluidis warm.ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHTCutting height is adjusted by positioning the fourretainer hitch pins in a series of seven verticalholes on the deck support pins. Lift handles havebeen provided on each end of the deck to assist inraising the deck while positioning the hitch pins. Cut-ting heights range from 1 in. (25 mm) [top holes] to4 in. (102 mm) [bottom holes] in 1/2 in. (13 mm)increments.Cutting Height AdjustmentWARNINGA brake stops the cutter blades from free-wheeling within five (5) seconds after dis-engaging the clutch. If the brake systemmalfunctions and the blades do not stopwithin five (5) seconds, the brake shouldbe repaired or replaced before operatingthe mower. Contact your Walker Dealer.WARNINGRemove the key from the ignition switchwhen leaving the mower unattended. Thiswill prevent children and inexperiencedoperators from starting the engine.WARNINGThe engine must be stopped before ad-justing cutting height. Disengage theblade clutch (PTO), stop the engine, andremove the ignition key. Wait for all move-ment to stop before getting off the seat.Lift HandleDeck Support PinHitch Pin