Section 4

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you have read this manual. Learn the location and purpose of all controls and instruments before you operate this mower.

4.1CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT IDENTIFICATION

Before operating the mower, familiarize yourself with all mower and engine controls. Knowing the location, function and operation of these controls is important for safe and efficient operation of the mower.

1. Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1). Used to start the

engine and has three positions; OFF, ON, and

START.

2. Mower Deck Control (Figure 4-1). Used to engage and disengage the mower drive system. Pushing the lever forward will engage the deck drive. Pulling the lever back will disengage the deck drive.

3. Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1). Used to

start a cold engine.

4. Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the engine speed. Pushing the lever forward increases engine speed. Pulling the lever back decreases engine speed. Full back position is the IDLE position. Full forward is the cutting position.

5. Ammeter (Figure 4-1).Indicates the condition of the charging system. When the engine is running the needle should be at the positive end of the meter. If the needle is on the negative end of the meter, this indicates a discharge condition and the machine should be taken in for service.

Left Steering Control

Cutter Deck

Lift Lock

Engine

Throttle Control

Ammeter

Ignition Switch

Hour Meter

Engine

Choke Control

Fuses

Left Fuel

Gauge

Right Steering

Control

Park Brake

Control

Forward Speed

Control

Mower Deck

Control

Right Fuel

Gauge

SCR 2001 C&I

Figure 4-1 Controls and Instruments

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