If the mower is equipped with the optional electric start- ing system, rotate the key past the ON position to engage the starter. When the engine starts, release the key.
Throttle Control
The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle to the right to increase engine speed, and to the left to lower engine speed. When mowing, always operate the engine at FULL throttle.
To set the choke for starting a cold engine, move the throttle lever past the FULL speed position. As soon as the engine starts, move the control to the FULL position.
Features & Controls
Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operat- ing instructions provided in this manual.
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mow- ing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section.
Fuel Tank

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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PTO Engagement Lever

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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PTO Engagement Lever in the Engaged position, the Engine Kill system will shut the engine off if the opera- tors' hands leave the handle bar, releasing the Engine Kill Bar.

Traction Drive Engagement Bar

Two hand grips, Forward Travel and Reverse Travel, are within easy reach of the main handle bar. The traction drive engagement bar to the front of the main handle engages reverse travel. The traction drive engagement bar below the main handle engages forward travel.

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