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English
Driving
Before starting
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Read the safety instructions and information concerning
the placement of controls and functions before starting.
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Perform daily maintenance before starting as set out in
the Maintenance schedule.
Adjust the seat to the required position.
Start the engine
Make sure that the clutch control is depressed. FR 2218 FA
4X4 has one control for the front axle and one control for the
rear axle.
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Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to
locked position (transport position) and apply the parking
brake.
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Activate the parking brake. This is done as follows:
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Push down the brake pedal.
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Press in the lock button on the steering column.
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Release the brake pedal while holding the button pressed.
The parking brake lock disengages automatically when the
brake pedal is pressed.
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With a cold engine:
Move the throttle to position 3 (choke position). In this
position the engine is fed with a richer mixture, which
means the engine is easier to start.
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With a warm engine:
Move the throttle in between positions 1 and 2.
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Turn the ignition key to the start position.
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When the engine starts release the ignition key
immediately back to neutral position.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION The air intake grille in the
engine cover behind the driver’s seat must not be blocked
by, for example, clothing, leaves, grass or dirt. Impaired
cooling of the engine. Risk of major engine damage.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for
more than about 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not
start, wait about 10 seconds before trying again.
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