Operating the Throttle
You can move the throttle control between F
AST
and
S
LOW
positions (
Always use the F
AST
position when engaging the PTO.
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Figure 15
Starting the Engine
Important:
Do not engage the starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter
motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the
starter motor. If the engine fails to start, wait 10
seconds before operating the engine starter again.
Note:
It may be necessary to hold the lever against
the stop, in the choke position, while trying to start the
engine (
).
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Figure 16
Shutting Off the Engine
1.
Disengage the blades by moving the
blade-control switch to the O
FF
position (
2.
Engage the parking brake; refer to
(page 13)
.
3.
Move the throttle control to the F
AST
position.
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