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4.2
Starting The Engine
4.1 The mower’s Safety Interlock System is designed to protect the operator and bystanders from accidental
injury due to unintentional engine starting and/or the operator leaving the operator zone. The engine
starter will not engage until the operator satisfies the following conditions:
4.1.1 Steering Drive Control Lever(s) are in the neutral lock position.
4.1.2 Deck Blade Engagement Switch is in the “Off” position (Pushed Down).
4.1.3 NOTE: The operator’s seat has a safety switch integrated into the seat cushion. The switch is
activated by the weight of the operator. Should the operator become unseated, for any reason,
when the Drive Control Lever(s) is/are in the drive position and/or the Blade Engagement Switch
is “ON” the engine will stop.
4.1.4 NOTE: The following steps are the correct procedure for starting the engine. Contact your
Country Clipper Dealer if difficulty is encountered.
4.1.5 Prior to starting the mower for the day perform the Pre-Operation Check List.
4.1.6 Make sure Drive Control Lever(s) are in the Neutral lock position and the Deck Blade
Engagement is in the “Off” position (Pushed Down). Only start the engine from the
operator’s position. Additionally, it is recommended to apply the Park Brake before
starting.
4.1.7 Pull up on the engine Choke Knob when engine is cold or a warm engine fails to start
within 5 secs. Avoid flooding the engine once started by pushing the Choke Knob to the
off position.
4.1.8 Position Throttle Control Lever to mid-range.
4.1.9 Insert key into Ignition Switch. With key inserted, rotate clockwise to the “Start” position,
release key when engine starts. The switch will automatically return to the “Run”
position. If unit is equipped with a 12 volt accessory (i.e. Light Kit or similar) connected to
the Ignition Switch; turn the Key counterclockwise to the “Run + Accessory” position to
power the accessory.
4.1.10 Perform Safety Interlock System check... (See Section 2 Safety Interlock System)
4.1.11
Allow the engine to idle a few minutes before advancing to full throttle and/or activating the
mower blade engagement.
Stopping The Engine
4.2 The following steps are the correct procedure for stopping the engine.
4.2.1 Move the drive control lever(s) to the neutral lock position.
4.2.2 Throttle the engine back to ½ throttle and turn “Off” the Deck Blade Engagement switch.
4.2.3 Move the throttle to idle and allow the engine to run at idle for a couple of minutes to cool down.
4.2.4 Turn Ignition Switch to “Off” position to shut off engine. Set the Park Brake. Remove key from
Ignition Switch before leaving the mower.
THE SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM MUST NOT BE DISCONNECTED OR BYPASSED.
UNEXPECTED OPERATION COULD OCCUR RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Danger
When leaving the mower unattended, always remove the Ignition Key and set the Park Brake,
even if for just a few moments. This will discourage unauthorized personnel from operating the
mower.
Warning
Do not run the electric starter continuously for more than 5 seconds; otherwise the battery may
discharge quickly. If the engine does not start right away, wait 15 seconds and try again.
Important