OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
! CAUTION | Failure to observe the following instructions |
could result in personal injury. |
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1.Park brake must be on, control levers in outward position with the operator sitting on the seat, and blade drive disengaged.
2.Position throttle to desired speed setting. If engine is cold, position choke lever in the ON position.
NOTE: Engine may require partial choke setting to start even if the engine has been operated for a period of time.
3.Insert ignition key and turn to START position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to RUN position.
4.Return choke to OFF position, if applicable.
5.Move throttle to maximum speed position.
6.Release park brake.
7.Swing levers inward.
8.Operate mower per CONTROL instructions on Page 25.
! CAUTION | Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area |
due to the harmful exhaust gas produced. |
Note: When mowing with blades engaged, set throttle control to the MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower deck blade speed.
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