Operating Instructions
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CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, AND
FUNCTION
CAUTION
Before operating the mower, become fa-
miliar with the location and function of all
operator controls. Knowing the location,
function, and operation of these controls
is important for safe and efficient opera-
tion of the mower.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is used to start and stop the en-
gine (and preheat the diesel engine). The switch
has four positions: is the glow plug preheat posi-
tion; “O” is the
OFF
position,
RUN
is the position the
key returns to after starting; “S” is the
START
posi-
tion. When starting the engine, turn the key clock-
wise to the “S” position. Do not hold the key in the
“S” position longer than 10 seconds. If the engine
does not start, return the key to the “O” position for at
least 60 seconds before making a restart attempt.
Prolonged cranking can damage the starter motor
and shorten battery life. Release the key when the
engine starts, and it will return to the
RUN
position.
To stop the engine, rotate the key counterclockwise
to the “O” position.
NOTE:
When starting the engine, turn and hold the
ignition key in the glow plug preheat position. The
time required is approximately 5 to 15 seconds, de-
pending on engine temperature. Refer to
START-
ING THE ENGINE
in this section.
Glow Plug Preheat
ON
START
OFF
Ignition Switch
Operating Controls
Parking
Brake
Throttle
LH Side View
Steering
Levers
Forward Speed
Control (FSC)
Rear Body
Latch
Blade Clutch
(PTO)
Front Body
Latch
Ignition
Switch
Hourmeter
