MOWING
Starting the Enginee Because of the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, it makes good
sense to start the mower outside, or at least in an open area with
good ventilation. Before starting, make sure the discharge guard is
closed. The blades turn when you operate the starter, so it is
easiest to start the engine in a clear or mowed area where the
blades can turn freely.
1. STARTING A COLD ENGINE:
Move the throttle lever to the
CHOKE position.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE:
Move the throttle lever to the
FAST position.
2. Pull back on the flywheel
brake lever and hold it against
the handlebar.
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3. HRMPlSSDA: Release the
drive clutch lever. If the drive
clutch lever is engaged, the
mower will move forward when you operate the starter.
4. Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull
briskly. Return the rope gently.
Keep your hands and feet away from the mower deck at all
times when starting and running the engine.
Continue holding the flywheel brake lever against the
handlebar; the engine stops if the lever is released.
5. When the engine warms up, move the throttle lever away from
the CHOKE position. Set the lever at FAST to mow or at
SLOW to idle.
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