Throttle Control Lever
The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine and, on some models, when pushed all the way forward, the choke control also. When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. See Figure 9.
IMPORTANT: When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged, be certain that the throttle lever is always in the FAST (rabbit) position.
Choke Control
On some models, moving the throttle lever all the way forward activates the engine’s choke control. On all other models, the choke control can be found on the left side of the dash panel and is activated by pulling the knob outward. Activating the choke control closes the choke
plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine. Refer to Starting The Engine on page 16 of this manual for detailed starting instructions.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is activated to start the engine. Insert key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the ON position once engine has fired. See Figure 10A.
Ignition Switch Module (If Equipped)
To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the OFF position. See Figure 10B.
WARNING: Never leave a running machine unattended. Always
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IMPORTANT: Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety Interlock Switches on page 14 and Starting The Engine on page 16 of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE.
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Deck Lift Lever
Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application.
IMPORTANT
Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both
Safety Interlock Switches on page
14 and Starting The Engine on page 16 of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in
REVERSE CAUTION MODE.
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