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Section 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you
have read this manual. Learn the location and
purpose of all controls and instruments before you
operate this mower.
4.1 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT
IDENTIFICATION
Before operating the mower, familiarize yourself with all
mower and engine controls. Knowing the location,
function and operation of these controls is important for
safe and efficient operation of the mower.
CAUTION:
1. Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1). The ignition switch is
used to start the engine and has three positions; OFF,
ON, and START.
2. Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1). Used to engage
and disengage the mower drive system. Pulling the
switch lever up and then pushing the switch lever
forward will engage the deck drive. Pulling the
switch lever back will disengage the deck drive.
3. Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1). Used to start a
cold engine.
4. Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1). Used to
control the engine speed. Pushing the lever forward
increases engine speed. Pulling the lever back
decreases engine speed. Full back position is the
IDLE position. Full forward is the cutting position.
Figure 4-1 Controls and Instruments
CAUTION
BEFORE OPERATING
READ OPERATORS
MANUAL AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
CAUTION
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Left Steering Control
Right Steering Control
Parking Brake Control
Speed Control
Mower Deck Switch
Ignition Switch
Hourmeter
Voltmeter
EngineThrottle
Control
Engine
Choke
Control
Fuel Gauge
Fuses