Kubota ZG222A-AU, Operator'S Manual

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17 OPERATING THE ENGINE
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. After slowing the engine to half speed, turn the key
switch to the "OFF" position.
2. Remove the key.
3. Do not leave the key switch "ON" (key in the "ON"
position) as the battery will discharge when the engine
is not running.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Turn the carburetor fuel valve to "STOP" (CLOSE)
position.
A
Do not stop the engine when the machine is on an
incline for a long time. The engine oil may go into the
carburetor and the muffler through the valve system.
A Place the throttle control lever in the half speed
position to help prevent the engine from backfiring
before stopping the engine.
B
Engine Stop (By manual)
The engine stops when the key switch is turned off. If the
engine does not stop, make sure the motion control levers
are in "NEUTRAL LOCK" position, the PTO lever is
"OFF", the mower lowered to the ground, apply the
parking brake, and confirm it is set, then carefully get off
the machine. Turn the carburetor fuel valve to "STOP"
(CLOSE) position and wait until the engine stops. Then
contact your local KUBOTA Dealer immediately.
To avoid personal injury:
A
Do not operate the machine until the engine
stop system is repaired.
(1) Carburetor fuel valve (A) "STOP" (CLOSE)
(B) "RUN" (OPEN)
(C) "DRAIN"
(1) Carburetor fuel valve (A) "STOP" (CLOSE)
(B) "RUN" (OPEN)
(C) "DRAIN"