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Section 4

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you have read this manual. Learn the location and purpose of all controls and instruments before you operate this mower.

4.1CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT IDENTIFICATION

Before operating the mower, familiarize yourself with all mower and engine controls. Knowing the location, function and operation of these controls is important for safe and efficient operation of the mower.

1. Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1). Used to start the

engine and has three positions; OFF, ON, and

START.

2. Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1). Used to engage and disengage the mower drive system. Pulling up on the switch will engage the deck drive. Pushing down on the switch will disengage the deck drive.

3. Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1). Used to start a cold engine.

4. Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the engine speed. Pushing the lever forward increases engine speed. Pulling the lever back decreases engine speed. Full backward position is the IDLE position. Full forward is the cutting position.

LEFT STEERING

CONTROL

PARKING

BRAKE

ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL

DECK LIFT

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

CUTTER DECK

RELEASE LEVER

MOWER
DECK	PUSH IN TO DISENGAGE	PULL OUT TO ENGAGE		FAST
SWITCH
MOWER DECK			POWEREQUIPMENT
ON		START		SLOW
IGNITION
SWITCH
OFF				CHOKE

ENGINE

CHOKE

CONTROL

	DUMP
	VALVE
	RIGHT STEERING
	CONTROL
	SEAT BELT
FUSES
HOUR	FUEL SWITCHING
METER	VALVE

SZC 2005 CAI

Figure 4-1 Controls and Instruments

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