To start the product
To do before you start the product
WARNING: Before you operate the
product, carefully read and understand
the safety instructions and the operation
instructions.
1. Do a check of the engine oil level. Refer to
To do
a check of the engine oil level on page 32
.
2. Fill the fuel tank with fuel. Refer to
To fill fuel on
page 15
.
3. Disengage the freewheel mode. Refer to
To put
the product in freewheel mode on page 20
.
4. Sit in the seat in operation position.
5. Engage the parking brake. Refer to
To engage
and disengage the parking brake on page 18
.
6. Make sure that the cutting deck is disengaged.
Refer to
To engage and disengage the cutting
deck on page 19
.
To start a warm engine
1. Sit on the seat.
2. Make sure that the cutting deck is disengaged.
Refer to
To engage and disengage the cutting
deck on page 19
.
3. Put the cutting deck in transport position. Refer
to
To set the cutting deck in transport position or
mow position on page 17
.
4. Move the throttle control to the fast position.
5. Push down on the brake pedal fully and hold it
down.
6. Put the ignition key into the ignition.
7. Turn the ignition key to the “START” position and
release the ignition key when the engine starts.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the
starter continuously for more than 15
seconds for each minute.
8. If the temperature is low, let the engine become
warm before you start to cut grass.
To start a cold engine
1. Sit on the seat.
2. Make sure that the cutting deck is disengaged.
Refer to
To engage and disengage the cutting
deck on page 19
.
3. Put the cutting deck in transport position. Refer
to
To set the cutting deck in transport position or
mow position on page 17
.
4. Move the throttle control to the choke position.
5. Push down on the brake pedal fully and hold it
down.
6. Put the ignition key into the ignition.
7. Turn the ignition key to the “START” position and
release the ignition key when the engine starts.
CAUTION: Do not operate the
starter continuously for more than 15
seconds for each minute.
8. When the engine starts, move the throttle control
to the fast position (D) to warm up the engine.
If the temperature is low, some minutes is
necessary for the engine to get warm.
CAUTION:
If the ambient
temperature is less than 40° F (4°
C), you must let the engine operate
1 minute at idle speed before you
operate the product. This is to let the
transmission warm up. Make sure
that the brake pedal is fully released.
To start the engine when the battery is
weak
WARNING:
Lead-acid batteries can
make explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flames and smoking materials away from
batteries. Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.
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