Makita PTM1000 Operator's Manual page 125

HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5.4.4 R
EVERSE
Reverse must be engaged ONLY when the machine is stopped.
For mechanical drive models:
Push down the pedal until the machine stops and then insert reverse by moving the
lever sideways and putting it into position «R». (
pedal to engage the clutch and then begin moving in reverse.
For hydrostatic drive models:
When the machine is stopped, start the reverse movement by pressing the drive
pedal in the «R» direction (
5.4.5 G
RASS CUTTING
When you have reached the area to be mowed,
make sure that the grass-catcher or stone-guard is
correctly fitted and that the cutting deck wheels are
positioned at the required height.
Each wheel can be fitted at two different heights: the
low position always leaves a space between the
ground and the edge of the cutting deck to prevent
the deck from damaging the lawn if the ground is
uneven.
The higher position excludes this possibility.
To change the position, unscrew and remove the pin (1) then reposition the wheel (2) in
the upper and lower hole of the wale corresponding to the wheel diameter.
WARNING!
!
ENGINE OFF AND THE BLADES DISENGAGED.
To start cutting:
– put the accelerator into the «FAST» position;
– bring the cutting deck to the highest position;
– engage the blades (
– start moving forwards onto the grass area very gradually and with particular caution,
as already described;
– adjust the forward speed and the cutting height (
dition (height, density and dampness of the grass).
WARNING!
!
reduced to ensure safe conditions (
In any case, the speed should always be lowered if you note a reduction in engine
4.32).
This work is to be done to all four wheels, WITH THE
4.9);
When cutting on sloping ground, the forward speed must be
4.22). Gradually release the
4.10) according to the lawn con-
1.2 - 5.5).
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