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Section 4
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.

CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT 4.1

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.
Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1).1. The ignition switch
is used to start the engine and has three positions;
OFF, ON, and START.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1). 2. Used to engage
and disengage the mower drive system. Pulling up
on the switch will engage the deck drive. Pushing
down on the switch will disengage the deck drive.
Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1).
3. Used to start
a cold engine.
Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1).4. 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.
Hourmeter (Figure 4-1).5. Indicates the number of
hours the engine has been operated. It operates
whenever the ignition key switch is in the ON
position. Has preset maintenance reminders for
engine and hydraulic system oil changes. Will start
flashing scheduled maintenance 2 hours before
preset time and continue flashing until 2 hours after.
Automatically resets.
DECK LIFT
FUEL SWITCHING
VALVE
LEFT STEERING
CONTROL
PARKING
BRAKE
CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
IGNITION
SWITCH
MOWER
DECK
SWITCH
ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL
ENGINE
CHOKE
CONTROL
STC 2007 CAI
POWER EqUIPMENT
CHOkE
OFF
ON
START
FAST
SLOW
MOWER DECk
PUSH IN TO
DISENGAGE
PULL OUT
TO ENGAGE
HOUR METER
FUSES
CUTTER DECK
RELEASE LEVER
DUMP
VALVE
SEAT BELT
RIGHT STEERING
CONTROL
SEAT HOLD DOWN
RELEASE LATCH
Controls and InstrumentsFigure 4-1.