Dixon 13782-0503 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (4518):
1. Parking brake must be on, control levers swung out, and
blade drive disengaged.
2. Engage choke to full position if engine is cold, full throttle if
warm.
3. Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position. When
engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to “run”
position.
4. Move throttle to desired speed position.
5. Release parking brake.
6. Swing levers in.
7. Operate the mower per the “CONTROL” instructions on
Page 16.
CAUTION Do not operate the engine in an enclosed
area due to the harmful exhaust gas
produced.
Note: When mowing, “blade(s)
engaged”, throttle control must
be set to the MAXIMUM or wide
open setting to insure adequate
cooling of the engine and to
maintain mower deck blade
speed.