Exmark Metro 21 Series manual Kawasaki Units Only

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 the Engine

1.Connect the wire to the spark plug (For Honda Units: See Figure 12, For

Kawasaki Units: See Figure 14).

Figure 14

(Kawasaki Units Only)

2.Open the fuel valve (Kawasaki Units: See Figure 4, Honda Units: See Figure 11).

3.Move the throttle-choke control to the (Choke) position. NOTE: Do not use the choke when the engine is warm.

4.For units without a Blade Brake Clutch: Hold the blade control bail to the handle.

5.Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to return slowly.

6.When the engine starts, move the throttle control to the Fast position, and set the ground speed control as desired.

NOTE: If the engine fails to start after 3 pulls, repeat steps 3-6.

4.3.3Stopping the Engine:

For units without a Blade Brake Clutch: Release the blade control bail. Both the engine and the blade should stop within 3 seconds.

For units with a Blade Brake Clutch: Release the blade control bail. The blade should stop within 3 seconds. Move the throttle to the (Off) position to kill the engine.

NOTE: If the blade does not stop within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bail, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

4.3.4Using the Self-Propel Drive (Self-Propelled Units Only):

The lawn mower has three ground speeds. 1 is slow, 2 is medium, and 3 is fast (See Figure 10).

1.Start the engine.

2.Using the ground speed control, select the desired ground speed.

3.Squeeze the drive bail against the handle (See Figure 9).

NOTE: Do not shift speeds while squeezing the ground speed control against the handle. This can damage the transmission. Release the ground speed control before changing speeds.

NOTE: You can vary the ground speed by increasing or decreasing the distance between the ground speed control and the handle. Lower the control bar to decrease the ground speed when you are making a turn or if the lawn mower is moving too fast for you. If you lower the control bar too far the lawn mower stops self-propelling. Squeeze the ground speed control closer to the

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