Walker MC (20 HP) - Manual (Page 36)

Operating Instructions
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Engaged
Position
Blade Clutch Engaged
Disengaged
Position
Blade Clutch Disengaged
STOPPING THE MACHINE
1. Pull the steering levers to the NEUTRAL posi-
tion and then move the FSC lever backward to
the NEUTRAL-PARK position.
2. Slow the engine to a fast idle; put the throttle in
the 1/2 throttle position.
3. Disengage the blade clutch.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT disengage the blade
clutch with high engine speed (above 1/2 throt-
tle) since the brake action on the blade drive will
cause premature wear of the brake band.
WARNING
A brake stops the cutter blades (and
blower on GHS equipped models) from
freewheeling within five (5) seconds after
disengaging the clutch. If the brake sys-
tem malfunctions and the blades do not
stop within five (5) seconds, the brake
should be adjusted or repaired before op-
erating the mower. Contact your Walker
dealer.
4. Slow the engine to idle, put throttle in IDLE po-
sition; and turn the ignition switch OFF.
WARNING
Remove the key from the ignition switch
when leaving the mower unattended. This
will prevent children and inexperienced
operators from starting the engine.
5. Engage the parking brake. Also, engaging the
parking brake is recommended when stopping
or parking the machine in a confined space with
little tolerance for movement.
IMPORTANT: The hydrostatic transmissions
lock to prevent the mower from rolling freely with
the engine stopped. However, if the mower is
parked on a slope, it is necessary to ENGAGE
the parking BRAKE to prevent the mower from
creeping. This is due to a small amount of slip-
page in the hydrostatic transmissions, especially
when transmission fluid is warm.
ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT
WARNING
The engine must be stopped before ad-
justing cutting height. Disengage the blade
clutch (PTO), stop the engine, and remove
the ignition key. Wait for all move ment to
stop before getting off the seat.