OPERATION
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OPERATING THE CONTROLS FOR MOWING Flywheel Brake Lever
The lever must be pulled back
against the handlebar to start and
run the engine. The blade starts to
rotate when the lever is pulled back
against the handlebar and the recoil
starter grip is pulled.
Continue to hold the lever against
the handlebar to keep the engine
running and the blade rotating.
Release the lever to stop the
engine and stop blade rotation.
Drive Clutch Lever
Push the drive clutch lever forward
and hold it against the handlebar to
propel the mower forward.
Release the drive clutch lever to
stop the mower’s forward
movement.
Always release the drive clutch
lever before starting the engine. If
the drive clutch is engaged, the
mower will move forward when you
operate the starter.
Operate the drive clutch lever with a quick and complete motion, so the
drive clutch is either fully engaged or fully released. Hold the drive
clutch lever against the handlebar during self-propelled mowing. This
will help to extend the service life of the clutch mechanism.
FLYWHEEL BRAKE LEVER
DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER
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