OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
24
STARTING IN STRUCTIONS:1. Operator must be seated in normal operating
position.
2. Set parking brake.
3. Move control levers to outboard position.
4. Assure blade clutch is off.
5. Push throttle control lever to 1/2 setting.
6. Push choke control lever forward.
*If engine is warm, turn choke off immediately after
engine starts.
*If engine is cold, slowly move choke to off as the
engine warms up.
7. Insert Ignition key and turn to start position. When
engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to
���run” position.
8. Move throttle control lever to the wide open or
maximum setting for actual operation of the mower
deck. Engine must be operated at wide open or
maximum setting to insure adequate lubrication,
cooling and cut quality of the mower deck.
CAUTION Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area
due to the harmful exhaust gas produced.