Operation
Pre-Start Check List
Make the following checks and perform the service required before each
1.Check the guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter, and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened.
2.Check the blade control (A, Figure 1), wheel drive control (B), and ground speed control (C) to insure they work freely.
Starting and Operation
Engine and Blade (Briggs Engines)
1.Move the engine speed control to the fast (‘Rabbit’) position.
2.Push the primer button (A, Figure 3) three times to start a cold engine.
NOTE: The primer should not be required to restart a warm engine.
A |
C
B
Figure 1: Mower controls
3.Check the cutting height. Adjust to the desired height. Refer to the Section entitled ‘Cutting Height Adjustment’.
4.Check the engine oil (A, Figure 2) and add oil as needed to bring the level up to the full mark. Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for oil specifications.
B | A |
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Figure 2: Oil and fuel fill
5.Add fuel to the tank after pushing the mower outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Fill the tank to
6.Clean the exterior surfaces of the cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel, dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep the engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times.
NOTE: Briggs Quantum Series engines are equipped with a Ready Start TM feature, and thus do not feature a primer button.
A
Operation
Figure 3: Engine primer
3.Pull the blade control (A, Figure 4) against the handle.
4.Start the mower:
Manual Start Models: Pull the rope start handle (B) to crank the engine.
Electric Start Models: Insert the key (C) into the ignition switch. Turn the key to crank the engine.
5.After the engine starts, allow a brief
NOTE: To stop the engine (and blade), release the blade control.
A |
C
B
Figure 4: Starting the mower
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