Exmark Phazer PHZ19KA343 - Manual (Page 19)

Operation
Figure 6
1. Handles Out (Neutral
Lock) 4. Forward
2. Handles In (Neutral) 5. Reverse
3. Front of Unit
Driving in Reverse
1. Move the motion control levers inward to the
center to the neutral unlocked position.
2. To move rearward in a straight line applying equal
pressure pull both motion control levers rearward.
To turn left or right, release pressure on the
motion control lever toward the direction desired.
3. To stop, push the motion control levers to the
neutral position.
Adjusting the Cutting Height
The cutting height of the mower deck is adjusted
from 1 inch to 5 inches (2.5 cm to 12.7 cm) in 1/4
inch (6.4 mm) increments.
1. Stop the machine and move the motion control
levers outward to the neutral locked position.
2. Disengage the PTO.
3. Raise the deck height lever to the transport
position (also the 5 inch (12.7 cm) cutting height
position)(Figure 7).
The deck can be raised by pushing down on the
foot operated deck lift assist lever located at the
front right corner of the floor pan.
Note: When changing the cutting height
positions, always come to a complete stop
and disengage the PTO.
Figure 7
1. Transport position and 5 inch (12.7 cm) cutting height
position
4. Insert the height adjustment pin into the hole
corresponding to the desired cutting height and
install the hairpin cotter pin.
See the decal on the side of the deck lift plate for
cut heights.
5. Move the deck height lever out of the transport
position (or 5 inch (12.7 cm) cutting height) and
down onto the height adjustment pin to mow at
selected height.
6. To transport, move lever back up to transport (or
5 inch (12.7 cm) cutting height) position.
Transporting
Transporting a Unit
Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the
machine. Lock brake and block wheels. Securely
fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with straps,
chains, cable, or ropes. Be sure that the trailer or truck
has all necessary lighting and marking as required by
law. Secure a trailer with a safety chain.
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