OPERATION
TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3)
When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to advance fuel from the tank to the engine.
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Sit on the seat in the operators position, make sure park brake lever is engaged (brake on) position (see FIGURE 3, ITEM 8). Check to be sure the PTO switch is disengaged or in the down position (see FIGURE 3, ITEM 1).
Move the throttle control to the choke position, if required (see FIGURE 3, ITEM 5).
For a warm engine start, the choke control may not be needed
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold
starting procedures below.
Insert key into the ignition and turn the key clockwise to "START" position and release the key as soon the engine starts. Do not run the starter continuously for more than 15 seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push the throttle control into the choke position, wait a few minutes and try again. If the engine still does not start, move the throttle control back into the fast position and retry.
WARM WEATHER or WARM ENGINE STARTING (50 ° F and above)
Engine may start without the need for choke.
Attempt to start with throttle control set at the full throttle (fast) position.
Allow engine to run at full throttle for approximately one minute, before attempting to engage the blade PTO switch (blades on) by pulling up (see FIGURE 3, ITEM 1).
If the engine does not accept the load from engaging the PTO, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for an additional minute or so, using the choke if required.
COLD WEATHER or COLD ENGINE
STARTING (50 ° F and below)
Slide throttle control lever to the choke position by pushing forward and to the right, make sure throttle control lever is in the full choke position.
When the engine starts, slowly pull the throttle control back until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to pull back on the throttle control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the throttle control is completely in the fast position. If the engine starts to run roughly, press the throttle control back forward to choke the engine for a few seconds. Then continue to pull the throttle control back slowly to the fast position. This may require an engine warm up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.
TO STOP ENGINE
Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move the throttle control to slow position and allow engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire".
Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving the mower to prevent unauthorized use.
Never use choke to stop engine.
IMPORTANT: LEAVINGTHE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).
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