Parking Brake Handle
The parking brake is released by pushing DOWN on the parking brake handle until it stops. To engage the parking brake, pull UP on the handle until it locks over center.
Engine Kill/Operator Presence
Handles
These handles are a major factor in the safety interlock system of the mower. The handles are not tied together, but the safety switches are, so depressing one handle will operate the safety interlock system. The operator must depress the handles in order to deactivate the engine kill system. Handles must be depressed to disengage the parking brake and engage the PTO switch.
Throttle Control
The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle.
Choke
Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once the engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking. Pull the knob UP to close the choke. Push to knob DOWN to open the choke.
Neutral Return Pedal
The neutral return pedal provides a
See the Operation section for steering instructions.
Fuel Tank Cap
To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.
Cutting Height Adjust Handle
The Cutting height adjust handle controls the mower cutting height. To adjust the mower cutting height, turn the crank handle clockwise to raise the cutting height. Turn the crank handle counterclockwise to lower the cutting height.
Features & Controls
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Ignition Switch
The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has three positions:
| OFF | Stops the engine and shuts off the |
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| electrical system. |
| RUN | Allows the engine to run and powers |
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| the electrical system. |
| START | Cranks the engine for starting. |
NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN position with the engine
PTO (Power Take Off) Switch
The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Pull UP on the switch to engage, and push DOWN to disengage.
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