3.It is recommended that the kill switch be used to stop the engine after every use. Doing this will verify that the switch is working properly and presents no danger to the operator. Remember to turn the key to the “OFF” position after stopping the machine. Not doing so may drain your units’ battery.
4.Place the engine throttle lever (Figure 7) in the LOW position.
Figure 7. Engine Throttle Control Lever (Low)
5.Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch (Figure 8).
Figure 8. Ignition Switch and Key
6.Turn the ignition key clockwise to the (start) position.The oil and charge indicator lights (Figure 9) should be on.
HTH — INITIAL START-UP
NOTE
In cold weather turn the ignition key counter clockwise to the preheat position, wait until the BLUE preheat indicator goes off before turning the ignition key clockwise to the start position.
7.Turn ignition key fully clockwise and listen for engine to start. Once engine has started release ignition key. Let engine warm for a few minutes.
8.Place the engine throttle lever (Figure 10) in the HIGH position.
Figure 10. Engine Throttle Control Lever (High)
9.The engine should be running at full RPM.
10.Repeat this section a few times to get fully acquainted with the engine starting procedure.
Steering
Two joysticks (Figure 11) located to the left and right of the operator’s seat provide directional control for the HTH Ride- On Power Trowel. Table 3 (Page 15) illustrates the various directional positions of the joysticks and their effect on the
NOTE
All directional references with respect to the joysticks are from the operator’s seat position.
L
OI
WATE | E |
R |
|
| CHARG |
PRE
HEAT
OILAND CHARGE INDICATOR LIGHTS COME ON WHEN IGNITION SWITCH IS IN THE 
POSITION.
ON FOR APPROXIMATELY