Features & Controls

 

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Control Functions

 

The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of s v ral controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section.

 

 

 

Throttle Control

 

 

 

 

Deck Transport Adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The throttle controls engine speed. Move the

Handle, Cutting Height Adjustment Handle

 

 

 

 

 

throttle forward to increase engine speed and back

& Deck Lift Lock Lever

to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL

These control the cutting height of the mower deck:

throttle.

 

 

 

 

 

Choke

Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once the engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking. Pull the knob UP to close the choke. Push to knob DOWN to open the choke.

Fuel Tank Cap

To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.

Cutting Height Adjustment Handle: Turn the cutting height adjustment handle CLOCKWISE to raise the cutting height of the mower; COUNTER-CLOCKWISE to lower the cutting height of the mower.

Deck Transport Adjustment Handle & Deck Lift Lock Lever: Pull the deck transport handle adjustment backwards and up until it latches into place to raise the cutter deck to the TRANSPORT position. To lower the cutter deck to the OPERATION position, release the deck lift lock lever and push the deck transport handle forward and down.

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