DRIVING
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The air intake grille in the engine cover behind the driver’s seat must not be blocked by, for example, clothing, leaves, grass or dirt.
Impaired cooling of the engine. Risk of major engine damage.
Before starting
•Read the safety instructions and information on the location and function of the controls before starting (see pages
•Conduct daily maintenance before starting (see maintenance schedule on page 21). Adjust the seat to the required position.
Starting the engine
1.Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever back- wards to locked position (transport position).
2.Apply the parking brake. This is done as follows:
•Press down the brake pedal (1).
•Press in the lock button on the steering column (2).
•Release the brake pedal while the button is held pressed.
The parking brake lock disconnects automati- cally when the brake pedal is pressed down.
Rider 13 AWD
The engine can not be started if the parking brake is not pressed down.
On the Rider 11 and Rider 11 C the brake pedal and lock button are on the right side.
3.For Rider 11 and Rider 11 C: Set the gear lever to position ”N” (neutral).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do not press the reverse lock button on the lever when you select neutral. If you do, it could trigger the start lock.
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1 
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| N |
Rider 11, 11 C |
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