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7. After the engine starts, move the choke to off (Fig.
15). If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the choke
back to on for a few seconds. Then move the throttle
lever to desired setting. Repeat this as required.
Figure 14
1. PTO-On
2. PTO-Off
Figure 15
1. Choke–On
2. Choke–Off
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Figure 16
1. Throttle–Fast
2. Throttle–Slow
Figure 17
1. Off
2. Run
3. Start
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Stopping the Engine
1. Push the PTO to off (Fig. 16).
1. Move the throttle lever midway between the slow and
fast positions (Fig. 16).
2. Let the engine idle for 60 seconds (Fig. 17).
3. Turn the ignition key to off (Fig. 17).
4. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of
someone accidentally starting the machine before
transporting or storing machine.
5. Close fuel shut off valve, on front panel before
transporting or storing machine.
Important Make sure fuel shut off valve is closed
before transporting or storing machine, as fuel leakage
may occur. Set parking brake before transporting.
Operating the Power Take Off
(PTO)
The power take off (PTO) switch engages and disengages
power to the electric clutch.
Engaging the PTO
1. While seated in the seat, release pressure on the
traction control levers and place in neutral.
2. Place throttle to the fast position.
3. Pull out on the power take off (PTO) switch to engage
(Fig. 18).
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Figure 18
1. PTO—Off 2. PTO—On
Disengaging the PTO
1. To disengage push the PTO switch to the off position
(Fig. 18).
The Safety Interlock System
If safety interlock switches are disconnected or
damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly
causing personal injury.
• Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
• Check the operation of the interlock switches
daily and replace any damaged switches before
operating the machine.
Caution