MTD 679 cc EFI OHV - Operation; Pre-Operation Checks and Starting

Operation
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Pre-Operation Check
The engine is shipped without gasoline and
with oil in the engine. See the Set-Up Section of
this manual for instructions on adding gasoline
and checking oil.
Starting Engine
Rotary Key Switch Start
1. Place the PTO in the DISENGAGED (OFF)
position.
2. Fully engage the tractor’s
brake.
3. Move the throttle into the
FAST
position.
4. Insert the key into the
ignition switch.
5. Turn the ignition key
clockwise to the START
position and allow engine to
crank up to five seconds of
each crank trial until started.
After the engine starts,
release the key. It will return
to the RUN position. See
Figure 5-1.
CAUTION: Do NOT hold the key in
the START position for longer than five
seconds at a time. Doing so may cause
damage to your engine’s electric
starter.
Stop
Position
Start
Position
Run
Position
Figure 5-4
Push Button Start/Stop
6. Place the PTO in the DISENGAGED (OFF)
position.
7. Fully engage the tractor’s brake.
8. Move the throttle into the FAST
position.
9. Insert the ignition key and and depress
for 1.5 seconds. If the engine does not
start after 5 seconds, a 3 second delay will
occur. Release the key and press again to
attempt to start.
NOTE: If the REVERSE CAUTION MODE
button is depressed during starting, the
starting sequence is aborted and needs
to be restarted.
NOTE: When operating the tractor be
certain that the throttle lever is always in
the FAST
position. Operating with the
throttle at less than full throttle may lead
to shortened battery life.
TO START: DEPRESS BRAKE, PUSH &
HOLD START/STOP BUTTON FOR 1.5 SEC.
TO OPERATE IN REVERSE WITH BLADES ENGAGED:
PUSH & HOLD ORANGE BUTTON FOR 3 SEC.
REVERSE CAUTION MODE
TO TURN OFF : PRESS
LIGHT WILL FLASH THEN STAY ON
TO STOP ENGINE: PUSH
START/STOP BUTTO N
(HOUR METER AND LIGHTS COME ON)
INSERT KEY AND PUSH START / STOP BUTTON
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Figure 5-5
Stopping Engine
WARNING! If you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine and remove the
ignition key (if so equipped).
Thoroughly inspect the machine for
any damage. Repair the damage before
restarting and operating.
1. If the blades are ENGAGED (ON), place the
PTO in the DISENGAGED (OFF) position.
2. Place the throttle near the SLOW
position.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Turn Key Start: Turn the ignition key
counterclockwise to the STOP position.
Push Button Start: Press or remove the
ignition key.
Malfunction Indicator Light
A Malfunction Indicator Light will illuminate if
problems or faults are detected. See engine
service manual or contact authorized service
dealer for details.
For push button start units, the
Malfunction Indicator will show as “Engine
----” and then show a code number.
See engine service manual or contact
authorized service dealer for details.NOTE:
Removing the key will reduce the possibility
of unauthorized starting of the engine while
equipment is not in use.