Operation
rear, to the detent, will put the choke in the “OFF” position. Do Not run a warm engine with choke in the “ON” position.
The ignition switch is used to start and stop the engine. The switch has three positions “OFF”, “ON” and “START”. Insert key into switch and rotate clockwise to the “ON” position. Rotate clockwise to the next position to engage the starter (key must be held against spring pressure in this position). Allow the key to return to the “on” position immediately after the engine starts.
Figure 6
1. | Throttle lever | 4. | Blade control switch |
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2. | Choke lever | 5. | Ignition switch |
3.Hour meter
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1. | Off | 3. Start |
2. | On |
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Note: Brake must be engaged, motion control levers out (neutral lock position) and PTO switch disengaged to start engine. (It is not necessary for the operator to be in the seat to start the engine.)
Throttle Control
Located on right console (red lever) (see Figure 6).
The throttle is used to control engine speed. Moving the throttle lever forward will increase engine speed and moving the throttle lever to the rear will decrease engine speed. Moving the throttle forward into the detent is full throttle.
Brake Lever
Located on left side of unit, just to the front of the LH motion control lever.
The brake lever engages a parking brake on the drive wheels.
Pull the lever up and rearward to engage the brake.
Push the lever forward and down to disengage the brake.
The unit must be tied down and brake engaged when transporting.
Hour Meter
Located on the control panel (see Figure 6 and Figure 8).
The hour meter records the number of hours that the engine has run.
Figure 8
1. LCD indicators | 3. Hour/Voltage display |
2.Low voltage indicator light
Ignition Switch | Fuel |
Located on right console (see Figure 6). | Located by the lower LH ROPS tube mounting. |
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