Engine Throttle Control
This lever (G, Figure 3-6) is used to adjust engine speeds and, on non- Electric Start models, to stop the engine. Always run engine at fast speed setting for best mower performance. The throt- tle settings are shown below.
CHOKE - Use when starting a cold engine.
FAST - Use during mower operation.
SLOW - Use when idling engine.
STOP - Stops engine (Non-electric Start Models Only)
Ignition/Starter Switch - (Electric Start Model)
This three-position switch (H, Figure 3-6) is used to start and stop the engine on electric start models. The ig- nition key settings are shown below. Do not turn the key until you have read the Operation Section in this Manual.
Always remove ignition key when leaving mower unattended or when in- specting, cleaning or servicing mower.
STOP - Stops engine.
RUN - After starting, key returns to run position.
START - Starts engine. Release key when engine starts.
H – IGNITION/STARTER | |
SWITCH | G – THROTTLE CONTROL |
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Figure 3-6
Engine Recoil Starter
The recoil starter (I, Figure 3-7) is
used to “pull-start” the engine. Detailed instructions for using the recoil starter are found in the Operation Section of this Manual and in the Engine Owner's Manual. Do not pull the recoil starter until you have read the Operation Section.
I – RECOIL |
STARTER |
Figure 3-7 |
