OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: Cold Engine
1. Position choke control in ON position.
2. Position throttle control at 1/2 speed setting.
3. Insert ignition key and turn to "Start" position. When engine starts,
release ignition key. Key will return to "Run" position.
4. Once engine starts to warm up, slowly move choke control to OFF
position.
5. Move throttle control to the FAST
position for actual operation of the
mower deck.
6. Engine must be operated with throttle
control in the FAST position, or
maximum setting to insure adequate
lubrication and cooling of the engine,
and cut quality of the mower deck.
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