3. CONTROLS Engine Switch
m Always remove the key from the engine switch whenever the
lawn tractor is unattended to prevent children or unauthorized persons
from starting the engine.
This lawn tractor is equipped with an automotive type ignition switch,
which controls all the electrical circuits. The switch is located on the right-
hand side of the control panel.
Key positions: “START” to start the engine
“ON” to run the engine after starting
“OFF” to stop the engine.
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S
-1 Do not leave the engine switch “ON” (key on “ON” position) when
the engine is not running as the battery will discharge.
NOTE: The starter motor will not operate unless the shift lever is in NEUTRAL,
the PTO lever is in the OFF (disengaged) position, and either the parking brake
is applied or the operator is sitting on the seat.
Throttle Lever
The throttle lever controls engine speed from SLOW (idle) to FAST (max
speed). START (CHOKE) is for starting a cold engine.
START
THROTI-LE
LEVER
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