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Driving
FR 2216A2 4X4
Move the throttle control to the middle position.
6 Turn the ignition key to the start position.
7 When the engine starts release the ignition key
immediately back to neutral position.
Let the engine run at moderate speed or half throttle for 3-
5 minutes before subjecting it to heavy load. When
mowing, use 3/4 to full throttle.
Starting the engine with a weak
battery
If the battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be
recharged.
When jump leads are used for emergency starting, follow the
procedure below:
Connecting the jump leads
• Connect each end of the red cable to the POSITIVE pole
(+) on each battery, exercise care not to short circuit any
of the ends against the chassis.
• Connect one end of the black cable to the NEGATIVE pole
(-) on the fully charged battery.
• Connect the other end of the black cable to a good
CHASSIS EARTH, away from the fuel tank and the
battery.
Remove the cables in the reverse order
• The BLACK cable is removed from the chassis and then
the fully charged battery.
• Finally the RED cable from both batteries.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for
more than about 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not
start, wait about 10 seconds before trying again.
!
WARNING! Never run the engine indoors, in
enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. The
exhaust fumes contain toxic carbon
monoxide.
!
WARNING! Lead-acid batteries produce
explosive gases. Avoid sparks, open flames
and smoking close to batteries. Always wear
protective glasses in the vicinity of batteries.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Your Rider is equipped with a
12-volt system with negative earth. The other vehicle must
also have a 12-volt system with negative earth. Do not use
your Rider battery to start other vehicles.
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