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Operation
Ignition Switch 
The ignition switch starts and stops the engine; it    
has three positions:
OFF  Stops the engine and shuts off the    
 electrical system.
RUN  Allows the engine to run and powers the    
 electrical system.
START  Cranks the engine for starting.
NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN posi-
tion with the engine stopped–this drains the battery.
PTO Switch
The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and 
disengages the mower blade clutch. To engage the PTO, 
pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN to disengage. Note 
that the operator must be seated firmly in the rider seat 
for the PTO to function.
Transmission Release Levers 
The transmission release levers deactivate the 
transmissions so that the unit can be pushed by hand 
(see Pushing the Unit by Hand).
Seat Adjustment Lever
The seat can be adjusted forward and backward 
(see Seat Adjustments). 
Fuel Tank Cap
To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.
Mower Cutting Height Adjustment 
Switch
The mower cutting height is adjustable between 1-1/2” 
(3,8 cm) and 3-3/4” (9,5 cm). See Cutting Height 
Adjustment.
Parking Brake 
Moving the parking brake lever forward and to the 
right engages the parking brake. Moving the lever to the 
left and back disengages the brake.