3. Move the P.T.O. lever to the ON (Engaged) position.
ON (Engaged) OFF (Disengaged)
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4. (H3011 only, Manual Transmission) Move the shift lever to select the
desired gear position. The clutch will engage automatically in about one
second.
IMPORTANT NoT’CE If clutch engagement occurs immediately or takes
longer than one second, have the riding mower serviced by your authoriz-
ed HONDA riding mower dealer.
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l Be sure the area behind the mower is clear of people, pets and other
obstacles before backing up.
l Operate the mower at low speed until you become familiar with all of its
operating characteristics.
SHIFT LEVER
(H301 IH only, Hydrostatic Transmission) Release the parking brake and
slowly move the shift lever to the desired mowing speed.
IMPORTANT NoT’CE When operating the riding mower on rough or uneven
terrain, select a mowing speed that will give you safe ground speed while
the engine is running at full throttle.
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