Operating Instructions

CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, AND FUNCTION

Operating Controls

CAUTION

Before operating the mower, become familiar with the location and function of all operator controls. Knowing the loca- tion, function, and operation of these controls is important for safe and efficient operation of the mower.

Engine Throttle/Choke

The throttle/choke control lever (red knob) is located to the left hand side of the operator’s control panel. This control is a dual-functioning control (choke and throttle). The control is equipped with a detent between the choke position (full forward) and the throttle control range.

To start a cold engine, push the control to the CHOKE position. After the engine starts, pull the control back past the detent into the THROTTLE CONTROL range. A warm engine requires little or no choke for starting.

Moving the lever forward into the FAST position increases engine speed; moving it backward toward the IDLE position decreases engine speed.

Engine Throttle/

Choke Positions

Engine Throttle/

Choke Lever

Operator Presence

Control

Pistol Grip/

Steering

Control (LH)

(Not Visible)

Blade Clutch

(PTO)

Parking Brake

Lever

Operating Controls Not Located on Control Panel (Top View)

 

 

10 Amp

 

 

Ignition Switch

 

 

Circuit Breaker

 

Operator Presence

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Control

 

 

 

 

 

Pistol Grip/

Steering

Control (RH)

(Not Visible)

Hourmeter

Forward Speed

Control PositionsForward Speed

Control Switch

Operating Control on Control Panel (Top View)

Operating Controls

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