OPERATION
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WARNING
Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to bystanders.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alert to the presence of children. Never activate
RMO if children are present. Children are often
attracted to the unit and the mowing activity.
1. Check the oil level. See the HOW TO CHECK/ADD
OIL section in the Engine Manual.
2. Make sure equipment drive controls, if equipped, are
disengaged.
3. Turn the fuel shut-off valve, if equipped, to the ON
position.
4. Move the throttle control to the FAST position.
Operate the engine in the FAST position.
5. Move the choke control, or the combination
choke/throttle lever, to the choke position.
NOTE: Choke is usually unnecessary when restarting a
warm engine.
6. Turn the electric start switch to the on/start position.
NOTE: If the engine does not start after repeated at-
tempts, go to
BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM
or call
1-800-233-3723
(in USA).
NOTICE: To extend the life of the starter, use short starting
cycles (five seconds maximum). Wait one minute between
starting cycles.
7. As the engine warms up, move the choke control to the
run position.
WARNING
Engines give off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause
nausea, fainting or death.
• Start and run engine outdoors.
• Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if
doors or windows are open.
Mowing
1. Set the mower cutting height to the desired level using
the mower lift lever.
2. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is
disengaged.
3. Start the engine (see
Starting the Engine
).
4. Set the throttle to FULL.
5. Engage the PTO to activate the mower blades.
6. Begin
mowing.
7. When finished, shut off the PTO and raise the deck
using the mower lift lever.
8. Stop the engine (see
Stopping the Tractor and
Engine
).
WARNING
The engine will shut off if the reverse ground speed
pedal is depressed while the PTO is on and the
RMO has not been activated. The operator should
always turn the PTO off prior to driving across on
roads, paths or any area that maybe used by other
vehicles. Sudden loss of drive could create a
hazard.
Driving the Tractor
1. Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can com-
fortably reach all the controls and see the dashboard
display.
2. Engage the parking brake.
3. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged.
4. Start the engine (see
Starting the Engine
).
5. Disengage the parking brake and release the brake
pedal.
6. Depress the forward ground speed control pedal to
travel forward. Release the pedal to stop. Note that the
further down the pedal is depressed the faster the trac-
tor will travel.
7. Stop the tractor by releasing the ground speed control
pedals, setting the parking brake, and stopping the en-
gine (see
Stopping the Tractor and Engine
).
Mowing in Reverse (RMO)
If an operator chooses to mow in reverse, the RMO sys-
tem can be used. To use the Reverse Mowing Option
(RMO) turn the RMO key after the PTO is engaged. The
L.E.D. light will illuminate, and the operator can then mow
in reverse. Each time the PTO is engaged the RMO needs
to be reactivated if desired. The key should be removed to
restrict access to the RMO feature.
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for
Reproduction
