OPERATION
Running
1.Release the park brake by pushing the top release button in and 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 park brake will shut off the engine.
2.Move the steering controls inwards, out of the neutral position (N).
3.Push the release button on the cutting height lever and move lever to the pin, release the button.
4.Move throttle control to full throttle.
5.Engage the mower deck by pulling up the blade switch.
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.
WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across slopes.
Stopping the Engine
1.Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise symbol).
2.Move the steering controls outward.
3.Disengage the mower deck by pressing the blade switch down.
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