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Note: A warm or hot engine usually does not require any
choking. To start a warm engine, move throttle control to
FAST position.
4. Grasp recoil starter handle firmly and pull out until
positive engagement results; then pull handle
vigorously to start engine and allow rope to recoil
slowly.
Important
Do not pull recoil rope to its limit or let go
of the starter handle when rope is pulled out because rope
may break or recoil assembly may be damaged.
Stopping
1. Move the throttle lever to “SLOW” (Fig. 11).
2. Let engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning the
ignition key “OFF.”
3. Turn the ignition key to “OFF” (Fig. 11).
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Figure 11
1.
Throttle lever
2.
Ignition key
4. Set the parking brake.
5. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of
accidental starting before storing machine.
6. Close fuel shut off valve before storing machine.
Important
Make sure fuel shut off valve is closed
before transporting or storing machine, as fuel leakage
may occur.
Parking Brake
Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine
or leave it unattended. Before each use, check brake for
proper operation.
If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment
is required. Refer to Brake Service on page 34.
Setting the Parking Brake
1. Pull the brake handle rearward (Fig. 12).
Releasing the Parking Brake
1. Push the brake handle forward (Fig. 12).
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Figure 12
1.
Parking brake lever
(released position)
Operating Mower Blade
Control (PTO)
The blade control switch (PTO) in conjunction with the
blade control bail engages and disengages power to the
electric clutch and mower blades.
Engaging the Mower Blades (PTO)
1. Release the upper control bar to stop the machine
(Fig. 13).
2. To engage blade, squeeze blade control bail against
upper control bar (Fig. 13).
