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Operation
Starting the Engine
1.
Firmly push in
the primer 3 times
with your thumb,
holding the primer
in for a second
before releasing it
each time.
Note:
If the air
temperature is
below 55
°
F (13
°
C),
firmly push the
primer in 5 times.
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2.
Hold the blade
control bar (A)
against the handle.
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3.
Pull the recoil
starter.
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4.
If the mower does not start in 1 or 2 pulls, press
the primer button 1 or 2 times and try starting it again.
Note:
If the mower still does not start, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Using the Self-propel Drive
To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your
hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your
sides, and the mower will automatically keep pace
with you.
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Stopping the Engine
Release the blade control bar.
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Important
: When you release the blade control bar,
both the engine and blade should stop within
3 seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop using
your mower immediately and contact an Authorized
Service Dealer.
