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OPERATING THE MOWER
Controls
Operate all control levers several times and ensure that the cables move freely. Check that the engine stop lever returns freely to it’s rest position when released.
Whilst operating the engine throttle mechanism slight resistance should be felt when moving the lever to the ‘choke’ 
position.
Starting - Step 1
Move the throttle control lever to the ‘choke’ 
position before start- ing a cold engine. Move the throttle control lever to the ‘fast’ 
position before starting a warm engine.
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Step 2
Stand behind the mower and hold the handlebar together with the engine stop lever with your left hand. With your right hand hold the engine start - grip and pull slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rap- idly to crank the engine. Carefully return the start grip to the storage position when the engine starts.
If the engine does not start after 5 attempts - refer to “Trouble Shooting”.
The engine stop lever must be held firmly against the handlebar to start and keep the engine running. If the engine stop lever is released the engine will stop.
Step 3
Allow the engine to warm up and move the throttle lever to the ‘fast’
position after starting a cold engine.
To prevent damage never pull the engine start grip when the engine is running.
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