STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE
1.
Remove your foot from the traction pedal and make sure the
pedal is in the neutral position.
2.
Pull the choke lever out to the ON position—when starting a
cold engine—and the throttle lever to the SLOW position.
3.
Insert the key into the ignition switch and rotate it clockwise to
start the engine. Release the key when the engine starts.
Regulate the choke to keep the engine running smoothly.
IMPORTANT: To prevent overheating of the starter
motor, do not engage starter longer than 10 seconds. After
10 seconds of continuous cranking, wait 60 seconds before
engaging starter motor again.
4.
When the engine is started for the first time, or after overhaul
of the engine, operate the machine in forward and reverse for
one to two minutes. Also operate the lift lever to be sure of
proper operation of all parts.
5.
To stop the engine, move the throttle control to the SLOW
position and turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the key
from from the switch to prevent accidental starting.
6.
Close the fuel shut-off valve before storing the machine.
CHECK INTERLOCK SYSTEM
OPERATION
The purpose of the interlock system is to prevent the engine from
cranking or starting unless the traction pedal is in “NEUTRAL”.
1.
Check interlock operation in a wide open area free of debris
and bystanders. Stop the engine.
2.
Sit on the seat. Depress the traction pedal in the forward and
reverse directions, while trying to start the engine. If the engine
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Operating
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop
before checking for oil leaks, loose parts and other mal-
functions.
CAUTION
