Cub Cadet P418

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Recoil Starter
The recoil starter handle is attached to the handle. See
Figure 7. Stand behind the unit in the operating position
to start the unit.
Figure 7
SECTION 6: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER
Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on the
cutting deck. See safety labels on page 5.
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign
objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields.
NOTE: For best results raise the cutting position until it
is determined which height is best for your lawn. See
Cutting Height Adjustment section.
Gas And Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in
the separate engine manual. Read instructions
carefully.
WARNING: Use extreme care when
handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
Before Starting
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow
all instructions and warnings on the
machine and in this manual before
operating.
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. If equipped
with a rubber boot, make certain the metal loop on
the end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber
boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the
spark plug.
To Start Engine And Engage Blade
• Prime engine as instructed in the engine manual.
• Standing behind the unit, depress the blade control
handle and hold it against the upper handle.
• Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until
engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope
will pull slightly harder at this point). Let the rope
rewind slowly.
• Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke.
Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Return it slowly
to the rope guide.
NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to the
Trouble Shooting Guide for helpful information.
To Stop Engine And Blade
• Release the blade control handle to stop the engine
and blade.
WARNING: The blade will continue to
rotate for three seconds.
• Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine to prevent accidental starting
while equipment is unattended.
Spark Plug Wire
Cutting Height
Adjustment Lever
Mulching Plug
Blade Control Handle
Recoil
Starter
Handle