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CONTROLS & FEATURES
10
Shift Lever
The shift lever selects and controls the self-propelled drive speed.
Engine Switch (HRX217HMA only)
STOP With the shift lever all the
way back and the drive
clutch lever fully engaged,
the mower will move very
slowly or not at all.
SLOW Use a slow speed for
mowing thick grass or
maneuvering in small
areas.
FAST For maximum
self-propelled speed in
large, open areas, and for
transport.
OFF Stops the engine.
ON Running position (the key
switch must be in the ON
position to use the recoil
starter).
START Operates the electric
starter.
THROTTLE
STOP OR SLOW
FAST
KEY
SWITCH