©2008 HTC. All rights reserved. Beatrice, NE. Printed in U.S.A. TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION.......................................................4 Driving and Transport on Public Roads.................4 Towing ...................................................................4 Operating...............................................................4 Good Service.........................................................5 SYMBOLS AND DECALS .........................................6 SAFETY....

In order to implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification. Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions. Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty. Do not modify or install non-standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer. Modifications to the unit may cause unsafe operations or damage the unit. When this product is worn out and no longe

Set the desired engine speed with the throttle. Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed, “half throttle” for 3-5 minutes before loading it to heavily. USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING (no choke). Use full throttle when mowing 8050-031-a WARNING! Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See Battery in the Ma

• Release lever to lock seat in position. Fig. 2 NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid. WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other peo ple and objects. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion section for location and function of con trols

v Always wear an eye shield or safety goggles! v Wear sturdy shoes and long trousers to protect your legs. Keep your fingers and feet away from the cutting filament – above all when starting work. v Always ensure that you have a secure foothold whilst working. v Keep the extension cable away from the area you are cutting. Take extra care when walking backwards. You may stumble ! v Only work in the daylight or when visibility is good. Interrupting work Never leave the Turbotrimmer unattended wher

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not drive in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and turn mac

English CONTENTS Contents ..................................................................3 Introduction..............................................................5 Congratulations .....................................................5 General ..................................................................5 Driving and Transport on Public Roads .................5 Towing ...................................................................5 Operating ........................................

• Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine. • Do not use on steep slopes. 8011-670a Personal protective equipment Mow up and down, not side to side WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. And do not drive across any slopes. English-11 SAFETY • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machi

English-50 MAINTENANCE Blade replacement 123 4 WARNING! Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling. • Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise. 1. Blade IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2. Debris shield 3. Blade bolt (special) To ensure proper assembly, center hole 4. Cutter housing in blade must align with star on cutter Blade attachment housing. • Install new or re-sharpened blade with stamped “GRASS SIDE” facing towards ground/grass (down) o

In order to increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved forward or back respectively. Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of fouling the spark plugs. USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING, for best mower performance and battery charging. 12. Lifting Lever for the Mower Deck The lifting lever is used to place the mower deck in the transport position or one of the 17 different cutting height positions. The cutting height is set by placing a peg in the hole for the