Operation

6.Turn ignition switch to the “START” position. Release the switch as soon as the engine starts.

Important: Do Not crank the engine continuously for more than ten seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60 second cool-down period between starting attempts. Failure to follow these guidelines can burn out the starter motor.

7.If the choke is in the “ON” position, gradually return choke to the “OFF” position as the engine warms up.

Engaging the PTO

DANGER

The rotating blades under the mower deck are dangerous. Blade contact can cause serious injury or kill you.

Do Not put hands or feet under the mower or mower deck when the blades are engaged.

DANGER

An uncovered discharge opening will allow objects to be thrown in an operator’s or bystander’s direction. Also, contact with the blower blades could occur. Thrown objects or blade contact can cause serious injury or death.

Never operate the mower with the hopper or hopper door raised, removed, or altered unless there is a mulch kit in place and working properly.

The PTO lever engages the PTO and blower. Be sure that the hopper is down, the hopper door is securely closed, and all persons are clear of the mower deck and discharge area before engaging PTO.

Important: Operator must be in seat before the PTO can be engaged.

1.Set the throttle to the “MIDWAY” position.

2.Pull the PTO lever upward until locked over center.

3.Place the throttle in the “FAST” position to begin mowing.

Disengaging the PTO

1.Set the throttle to the “MIDWAY” position.

2.Push PTO lever down to the “STOP” position stopping the PTO and blower.

Stopping the Engine

1.Bring the unit to a full stop.

2.Disengage the PTO.

3.Move speed control lever to the neutral position.

4.Engage the parking brake.

5.Place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions.

6.Allow the engine to run for a minimum of 15 seconds, then turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position to stop the engine.

7.Remove the key to prevent children or other unauthorized persons from starting engine.

8.Close the fuel shut-off valve when the machine will not be in use for a few days, when transporting, or when the unit is parked inside a building.

Driving the Machine

CAUTION

Machine can spin very rapidly by positioning one lever too much ahead of the other. Operator may lose control of the machine, which may cause damage to the machine or injury.

•Use caution when making turns.

•Slow the machine down before making sharp turns.

Important: To begin movement (forward or backward) the operator must be in the seat, the brake lever must be disengaged (pushed down) before the speed control lever can be moved forward or the engine will stop.

Driving Forward

1.Start the engine.

2.Release the parking brake.

3.To move forward in a straight line move the speed control lever forward.

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0, 850 specifications

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