OPERA TION
~~ CAUTION
~1. Keep all shields in place.
".2. Before leaving operator'sposition:
~a. Shift transmission to neutral
".b. Set parking brake
~c. Disengage attachment clutch
".d. Shut off engine
~e. Removeignition key
".3. Wait for all movement to stop before
~servicing machine.
'" 4. Keep people and pets a safe distance
~away from machine.
'" 5. Look to the rearbefore backing up.
TIRE PRESSURE
For shipping purposes, the tires on your unit may be over.inflated. Tire pressure should be reduced before unit is put into operation. Pressure should
be approximately 15 p.s.i. Equal tire pressure should be maintained on all tires. Maximum tire pressure is 30 p.s.i.
STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE
To open the hood, simply lift up on both sides of the hood.
1.Service the engine with oil and gasoline as described in the engine manual.
2.Depress the
Place the lift and disengagement lever in the DISENGAGED position. See figure 15.
This unit is equipped with a safety interlock system for your protec- tion. The purpose of the safety inter- lock system is to prevent the engine from cranking or starting unless the
In addition, the lift and disen- gagement lever must be in the dis- engaged position when the unit is put into reverse or the engine will shut off.
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Do not operate the lawn tractor if the interlock system is malfunction- ing because it is a safety device, designed for protection.
Set the throttle control in the CHOKE posi- tion. See figure 14.5.
Turn the ignition key to the "START" position. When the engine is running, let the key return to the "ON" position. See figure 14.6.
Move the throttle control to desired engine
speed.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to the left to the "OFF" posi- tion. Remove the key to prevent accidental start-
ing.
NOTE
A brief
to ensure maximum engine and mower life. The
IMPORTANT
If you strike a foreign object, stop
the engine. Remove wire from sparkplug,
thoroughly inspect the unit for any damage, and repair the dam- age before restarting and operating the mower.
OPERATING THE MOWER
1.Set the desired cutting height.
2.Start the engine as instructed on page 11.
3.Move throttle control to desired engine speed.
4.Depress the
5.Release
6.Depress the
Do not force the gear shift lever!
4.