Exmark Metro manual Operating Instructions

4.3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

4.3.1Read the Engine Owner's Manual carefully for detailed operating instructions and maintenance regarding the engine.

Before attempting to operate the unit, refer to Section 1 (Safety) and follow all safety, operating, and preparation guidelines as stated in that section.

4.3.2Starting Engine

Position mower on a level surface. Disengage blade drive and place transmission in neutral.

Open fuel shut-off valve.

NOTE: Always engage the left and right neutral lock/park brake latches in the “park brake” position when starting the engine (See Section 4.1.3).

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

♦Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless deadly poison.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

♦Carbon monoxide can kill you and is also known to the State of California to cause birth defects.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

♦Do not run engine indoors or in a small confined area where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

With a cold engine place the throttle in the full "choke" position. For 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki units turn the key switch to the “Run” position. With a warm engine, place the throttle midway between the "slow" and "fast" position.

NOTE: Kawasaki engines generally need to be "choked" even when warm.

Pull recoil rope to start engine. After engine starts, move throttle control out of the choke position.

4.3.3Stopping Engine:

Disengage blade drive, shift transmission to neutral and lock the drive levers in “park brake” position. Move throttle to "slow" position.

Allow engine to idle for 30 seconds to allow cool down then:

For 12.5 HP Kawasaki, Kohler, and 10.5 HP B&S engines: Move throttle to full rear position to stop the engine.

For 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki engines: Turn the key to the “Off” position

Close fuel shut-off valve if machine will not be used for a few days; when parking inside a building; or when transporting the unit.

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