OPERATION
Running
1.Release the parking brake by moving the lever downward.
NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.
2.Move the steering controls inwards, out of the neutral position (N).
3.Release deck height control by applying equal pressure to both pedals. Push pedals again to lower deck to selected setting.
WARNING!
Make sure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch.
Make sure the work area is free from objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades.
4.Move throttle control to full throttle.
5.Engage the mower deck by pulling out the blade switch.
Release the parking brake
Set deck to selected cutting height
Engage the mower deck and move throttle to full.
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