Yard Machines 370 Series Operator's Manual

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10SECTION 5: CONTROLSFigure 4BLADE CONTROL HANDLEThe blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. See Figure 4. The blade controlhandle must be depressed in order to start and operate the unit. Release the blade control handle to stop theengine and blade.WARNING: The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations.The blade will be rotating whenever the engine is running.THROTTLE CONTROLThe throttle control is located on the left side of the upper handle. It is used to regulate the engine speed.See Figure 4.• Push the throttle lever forward for fast.• Pull the throttle lever back for slow.WARNING: The throttle control cannot be used to stop the engine.RECOIL STARTERThe recoil starter handle is attached to the upper handle. See Figure 4. Stand behind the unit in the operatingposition to start the unit.DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROLSqueezing the drive clutch control engages the drive system. Releasing the clutch control disengages thedrive system. Release the clutch control to slow down when negotiating an obstacle, making a turn orstopping.SHIFT LEVER (Models 380 - 389)The shift lever is located on the drive clutch control housing on the upper handle. See Figure 4. This lever isused to select the forward speed of the mower. When changing your speed selection, release the driveclutch control.Recoil StarterBlade Control HandleDrive Clutch ControlThrottle ControlShift LeverCutting Height Adjustment LeverModels 380 - 389All Models