EMERGENCY STOPPING
In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP. Use this method only in emergency situations. For normal engine shut down follow the procedure given in STOPPING THE RIDER AND ENGINE.
STOPPING THE RIDER & ENGINE
1.Return the ground speed control levers to START/PARK positions to stop rider movement.
2.Engage the parking brake.
3.Turn off the mower blades by pushing the mower blade switch down to the OFF position.
4.Move the engine speed control to SLOW position and turn the ignition switch to OFF. Remove the key.
9.Stop the rider and engine (see STOPPING THE RIDER AND ENGINE).
PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND
NOTE: Do not disengage the transmissions if parked on
aslope.
1.Turn the mower blades OFF, push the ground speed control levers out to their START/PARK positions, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition switch OFF, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2.Locate the transmission release levers (C, Figure 3) at the rear of the unit.
3.Pull both levers back and down to release the transmissions (position B, Figure 3).
STARTING THE ENGINE | 4. Pull the ground speed control levers in to their DRIVE | ||||||||
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While sitting in the seat, make sure the mower blade | The rider can ow be pushed by hand. | ||||||||
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| brake is engaged. | levers to START/PARK, engage the parking brake, | |||||||
2. | Move the engine speed control/choke to the choke | and push b h transmission release levers forward to | |||||||
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| may not require choking. | DO NOT TOW RIDER | |||||||
3. | Insert the key into the ignition switch and urn it o | ||||||||
| START to crank the engine. | Towing the unit will cause transmission | |||||||
4. | After the engine starts, release the key. It will return | damage. Do not use another vehicle to push | |||||||
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MOWING
1.Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).
2.Set the mower cutting height to the desired setting using the mower cutting height switch.
3.Set the engine speed control to FAST.
4.Turn the mower blades ON (pull switch up).
5.Disengage the parking brake.
6.Move the ground speed control levers in from START/PARK positions to drive positions (levers in across the operator’s lap).
7.Begin mowing. See DRIVING PRACTICE.
8.When finished, turn the mower blades OFF (push switch down).
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Figure 3. Transmission Release Levers
A.Drive Position
B.Push Position
C.Transmission Release Levers
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