Briggs & Stratton Control Functions, Throttle Control, Ignition Switch, Ground Speed Control L v rs, Choke

See the OPERATION section for steering instructions.

Throttle Control

The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle.

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The further a lever is moved away from the neutral position the faster the drive wheel will turn.

Control Functions

The ignition switch starts and stops the engine; it has three positions:

Ignition Switch

The information below briefly describesReproductionNotthe functi n forf in ivi ual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and

sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section.

Ground Speed Control L v rsChoke

These levers control the ground speed of the rid r. Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke

The left lever controls the left rear drive wh l and the once the engine starts. A warm engine may not

right controls the right rear drive wheel.require choking. Move the lever forward to close the

Moving a lever forward increases the FORWARD choke. Move the lever back to open the choke. speed of the associated wheel, and pulling back on a

lever increases the REVERSE speed.

Features & Controls

OFF	Stops the engine and shuts off the
		electrical system.
RUN	Allows the engine to run and powers
		the electrical system.
START	Cranks the engine for starting.

NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN position with the engine stopped–this drains the battery.

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