Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

I have a Craftsman Lawn Tractor, Kohler Command 14 hp. 5 speed forward 1 reverse. Is it ok to shift to a higher gear while you are riding the mower? Example: 1st to 2nd to 3rd. And then downshift. Or should you come to a complete stop before doing any shifting?..Just wondering?..Thanks..

model # is 917.257552 no manual

Ok thanks for the tip I will do so.

Now if you had a Snapper you could go from 1st to 5th and it would just speed up no stopping. They call it shift on the fly its almost like a hydro almost.