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The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, feet and
head is recommended.
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of
exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
Caution
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Figure 8
1.
Caution
2.
Wear hearing protection
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure spark plug wire(s) are
installed on spark
plug(s).
2. Move the traction pedal to neutral, set the parking
brake and move the PTO switch to off.
3. Move the choke control to the choke position before
starting a cold engine.
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require any choking.
4. Rotate ignition key to start. When engine starts,
release key, gradually move choke to run and regulate
throttle to desired speed.
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.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the throttle lever to slow (Fig. 9).
Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it
idle for a minute before turning the ignition key off. This
helps cool the engine before it is stopped. In an
emergency, the engine may be stopped by turning the
ignition key to off.
2. Turn the ignition key to off (Fig. 9).
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of
accidental starting before storing machine.
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Figure 9
1.
Traction pedal
2.
PTO switch
3.
Ignition switch
4.
Choke
5.
Throttle
Operating the Power Take Off
(PTO)
The power take off (PTO) switch engages and disengages
power to the electric clutch.
Engaging the PTO
1. Release pressure on the traction pedal to stop
movement. (Fig. 9).
2. To engage lift cover and move the PTO switch to the
on position (Fig. 9).
Disengaging the PTO
1. Closing the cover moves the PTO switch to the off
position (Fig. 9).
Driving Forward or Backward
The throttle control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Move the
throttle control to the fast position for best performance.
Driving Forward
1. To go forward, place your foot on the traction pedal
(Fig. 9).
