Releasing the Parking Brake
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2
Figure 11
Operating the Mower Blade
Control Switch (PTO)
The blade control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower
blades and any powered attachments.
Engaging the Blade Control Switch
(PTO)
Note:
Engaging the blade control switch (PTO) with the
throttle position at half or less will cause excessive wear to
the drive belts.
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Figure 12
Disengaging the Blade Control Switch
(PTO)
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Figure 13
Operating the Throttle
The throttle control can be moved between the
Fast
and
Slow
positions (Figure 14).
Always use the fast position when turning on the mower deck
with the blade control switch (PTO).
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Figure 14
Operating the Ignition Switch
1.
Turn the ignition key to the Start position (Figure 15).
When the engines starts, release the key.
Important:
Do not engage starter for more than 5
seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start allow
a 15 second cool-down period between attempts.
Failure to follow these instructions can burn out
the starter motor.
Note:
Additional starting cycles may be required
when starting the engine for the first time after the fuel
system has been without fuel completely.
ST
ART
RUN
ST
OP
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Figure 15
2.
Turn the ignition key to stop to stop the engine.
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