1,
.
Control panel
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Figure 10
2. Blade control switch--Off
position
Move the throttle lever to Choke before starting a
cold engine (Figure 1i).
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require
choking.
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can damage the starter motor.
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Figure 12
1. Control panel 4. Off
2. Ignition key--run position 5. Run
3. Ignition key--start position 6. Start
.
After the engine starts, move the throttle lever to
Fast (Figure 1i). If the engine stalls or hesitates,
move the throttle lever back to Choke for a few
seconds. Repeat this as required.
1,
2.
3,
.
2 /
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Figure 11
Control panel
Throttle/choke
lever--choke 3osition
Choke
4. Fast
5. Continuous variable
setting
6. Slow
Turn the igmdon key to Start to energize the starter.
When the engine starts, release the key (Figure 12).
Important: Do not engage the starter for more
than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine fails
to start, allow a 60 second cool-down period
Operating the Blades
The blade control switch, represented by a power
take-off (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power
to the mower blades. This switch controls power to aW
attachments that draw power from the engine, including
the mower deck and cutting blades.
Engaging the Blades
Important: Do not engage the blades when
parked in tall grass. Belt or clutch damage can
occur.
Important: Always engage the blades with the
throttle in the Fast position to avoid damaging the
belts.
1. Release pressure on the motion control levers and
place the machine in neutral.
2. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
3. Pull up on the blade control switch to move it to
the On posidon and engage the blades (Figure 13).
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