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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
1
Make sure that the clutch control is depressed. FR 2218
FA2 4X4 has one control for the front axle and one control
for the rear axle.
2
Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to
locked position (transport position) and apply the parking
brake.
3
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.
Move the throttle control to the middle position.
If the engine is cold move the choke lever backwards to its
end position.
4
Turn the ignition key to the start position.
5
When the engine starts release the ignition key
immediately back to neutral position.
Let the engine run at moderate speed or half throttle for 3-
5 minutes before subjecting it to heavy load. When
mowing, use 3/4 to full throttle.
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.
!
WARNING! Never run the engine indoors, in
enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. The
exhaust fumes contain toxic carbon
monoxide.
