OPERATION

Stopping the Engine

Allow the engine to idle a minute in order to attain normal operating temperature before stopping it, if it has been worked hard. Avoid idling the engine for longer periods, as there is a risk of the spark plugs fouling.

1.Disengage the mower deck by depressing the blade switch.

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Disengage the mower deck

2.Raise the mower deck by pulling the lifting lever backward to the transport

position.

3.

When the machine is standing still,

 

 

activate the parking brake by pulling the

 

 

lever backward.

 

4.

Move the throttle to the minimum position

 

 

(tortoise symbol). Turn the ignition key to

 

 

the stop position. Never use choke to

 

 

stop engine.

 

5.

Move the steering controls outward.

 

6.

Remove key. Always remove key when

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Raise the mower deck with the lifting lever

 

leaving the mower to prevent

 

 

unauthorized use.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Leaving the ignition switch in any other position than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged and the hour meter to accumulate hours.

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