Cub Cadet 997 - Manual (Page 9)

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SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before
operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in
Figure 9 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself
with the location of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
Blade Control
The blade control is located on the upper handle of the
mower. The blade control must be depressed in order
to operate the unit. Release blade control to stop
engine and blade.
Drive Control
The drive control is located on the upper handle.
Squeeze the drive control to engage the drive system.
Release the control to disengage the drive system.
Release the control to slow down when approaching an
obstacle, making a turn, or stopping.
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located on the drive control housing on
the upper handle. This lever is used to select the
forward speed of the mower. When changing speed
selection, release the drive clutch lever.
NOTE: Move the shift lever only when the engine is
running. Changing the shift lever setting with the engine
off can damage the mower.
Cutting Height Adjustment Levers
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above
the left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to
the Adjustment Section in this manual.
Mulching Plug
The mulching plug is used only for mulching purposes.
Instead of collecting grass clippings in a grass catcher,
this mower has the option of recirculating the clippings
back to the lawn.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle.
Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to
start the unit.
Electric Start Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the left side of the
handle panel. It is used only for the electric starter.
Figure 9
WARNING: The operation of any lawn
mower can result in foreign objects being
thrown into the eyes, which can damage your
eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses
while operating the mower, or while performing
any adjustments or repairs on it.
WARNING: This blade control mechanism is
a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its
operations.
Blade Control
Grass
Shift Lever
Drive Control
Recoil Starter
Mulch Plug
Side-Discharge
Chute
Height Adjustment
Lever
Grass Gauge
Catcher
Electric Start
Ignition Switch