Operating Instructions
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STARTING THE ENGINE
CAUTION
Before operating the mower, read and un-
derstand all
Safety Instructions
and
Operat
ing Instructions
.
WARNING
NEVER run the engine in an enclosed or
poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide, an odorless
and deadly gas.
1.
Before attempting to start the engine, make sure
the operator is in the seat, the Forward Speed
Control is in
NEUTRAL-PARK
position, and the
blade clutch and parking brake are
DISEN-
GAGED.
NOTE:
Release parking brake to prevent extra
load on the starter if the transmission neutral is
slightly out of adjustment.
CAUTION
A Safety interlock switch system PRE-
VENTS CRANKING the engine with either
the Forward Speed Control out of neutral,
or the blade clutch (PTO) engaged. If the
engine cranks otherwise, the safety sys-
tem is not working and should be repaired
or adjust ed before operating the mower.
DO NOT disconnect safety switches; they
are for the operator’s protection.
2. Move the throttle 1/4 to 1/2 open (toward
FAST
).
Turn the ignition switch to the
START
position to
start the engine. Release the key to
RUN
posi-
tion as soon as the engine starts.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT
crank the engine con-
tinuously for more than 10 seconds at a time. If
the engine does not start, turn the key to the
OFF
position and allow a 60 second cool-down period
between starting attempts. Failure to fol
low
these guidelines can damage the starter motor
and shorten battery life. Contact your Walker
dealer or authorized Kohler dealer for additional
help.
ADJUSTING GROUND SPEED AND STEERING
CAUTION
Learn to START, STOP, and MANEUVER
the mower in a large, open area.
If the operator has not operated a machine
with LEVER STEERING OR DUAL TRAN-
SAXLES, steering and ground operation
should be learned and practiced until the
operator is completely comfortable han-
dling the machine BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO MOW.
DANGER
Keep feet on footrest at all times when the
machine is moving. Never operate the
tractor without a deck or implement in-
stalled.
