OPERATING
•Push left motion control lever forward and pull right motion control lever rearward at the same time.
Starting Engine
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death.
Move the machine to an outside area before running the engine.
Do not run an engine in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation.
• Connect a pipe extension to the engine exhaust |
pipe to direct the exhaust fumes out of the area. |
3.Put motion control levers (A) in the NEUTRAL position.
4.Push PTO switch knob (B) down to disengage PTO.
5.Move throttle lever (C) to set engine speed at the 1/2 to 3/4 fast position.
6.Position choke knob (D):
•Cold engine: Pull knob up to the CHOKE position.
•Warm/Hot engine: If necessary, pull knob up to the CHOKE position.
7.Turn key switch (E) to the START position.
8.Release key to the RUN position when engine starts.
9.With engine started:
•Push choke knob to the OFF position.
•Move throttle lever to the FAST position.
•Unlock park brake.
Engaging Mower
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Clear mowing area of all bystanders when operating this machine. Thrown objects could cause serious injury or death.
Keep hands and feet away from blades and dis- charge opening.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To help prevent damage to PTO clutch:
•Do not engage PTO with throttle in the fast position.
1.Adjust mower deck to desired cutting height.
2.Start engine.
| • Allow fresh outside air into the work area to clear |
| the exhaust fumes out. |
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1. | Stand on operator’s platform. |
2. | Lock park brake. |
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3.Move throttle lever (A) to the 1/2 to 3/4 fast position.
4.Unlock park brake.
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