Stop the engine using the following steps:
1. While holding blade off ground, release the
operator presence bar. Wait until the blade
completely stops. Lower the blade so it is resting
against the ground.
2. Make sure brake is set before leaving the controls,
particularly if you are on an incline.
3. Turn engine switch to OFF position.
4. Allow the engine to cool for at least 5 minutes
before releasing brake and moving to storage or
transporting. A hot engine can be a fire hazard.