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CONTROLS 6
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6 CONTROLS
6.1 HANDLE CONTROLS
Transport Lift Handle
Pushing down on the handle lowers the tines for aerating.
Pulling the handle up raises the tines so the aerator can
be moved or transported without incurring damage to the
unit or the turf. See Figure 8.
Clutch Control Handle
Engages the belt tightener clutch. Pulling back on the
handle engages the clutch; releasing the handle
disengages the clutch. See Figure 8.
WARNING
!
Releasing the clutch on an incline will cause
freewheeling, which will allow the unit to roll
down the incline.
Throttle Control
The throttle control adjusts the engine speed. Pushing
the control forward increases the speed; pulling the
control back reduces the speed. See Figure 8.
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Figure 8
1. Transport Lift Handle
2. Clutch Control Handle
3. Throttle Control
6.2 ENGINE CONTROLS
The Lawnaire IV & V are available with either a 3.5 HP
Briggs & Stratton engine or a 4 HP Honda engine.
Briggs & Stratton Engine Controls
The engine is equipped with an On/Off switch, a choke
control and a fuel shut-off valve. The On/Off switch must
be in the “ON” position for the engine to be started.
Turning the On/Off switch to the “OFF” position will stop
the engine. Using the choke control will help start a cold
engine. After the engine starts, adjust the choke for best
running results. Once the engine warms up, the choke
should not be needed. Refer to Figures 9 and 10.
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Figure 9
1. Choke Control
2. Fuel Shut-off valve
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Figure 10
1. On/Off Switch