Briggs & Stratton MB (18 HP) owner manual Operating Instructions, Operating Controls

Operating Instructions

CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, AND FUNCTION

CAUTION

Before operating the mower, become fa- miliar with the location and function of all operator controls. Knowing the location, function, and operation of these controls is important for safe and efficient opera- tion of the mower.

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is located on the right front of the body and is used to start and stop the engine. The switch has three positions: “O” is the OFF position, RUN is the position the key returns to after starting, and “S” is the START position. When starting the engine, turn the key clockwise to the “S” position. Do not hold the key in the “S” position longer than 10

seconds. If the engine does not start, return the key to the “O” position for at least 60 seconds before making a restart attempt. Prolonged cranking can damage the starter motor and shorten battery life. Release the key when the engine starts, and it will return to the RUN position. To stop the engine, rotate the key counterclockwise to the “O” position.

OFFON

START

Ignition Switch

Parking Brake

Steering

Levers

Forward Speed

Control (FSC)

Choke

(not visible)

Body
	Throttle
Latch

Hourmeter

Ignition

Switch

Blade Clutch

(PTO)

Operating Controls

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