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Before attempting to operate the unit, refer to Section 1 (Safety) and follow all
safety, operating, and preparation guidelines as stated in that section.
4.3.2 Starting the Engine
1. Connect the wire to the spark plug (For Honda Units: See Figure 12, For
Kawasaki Units: See Figure 14).
2. Open the fuel valve (Kawasaki Units: See Figure 4, Honda Units: See Figure
11).
3. Move the throttle-choke control to the
(Choke) position.
NOTE: Do not use the choke when the engine is warm.
4. For units without a Blade Brake Clutch: Hold the blade control bail to the
handle.
5. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply.
Allow the rope to return slowly.
6. When the engine starts, move the throttle control to the Fast position, and set
the ground speed control as desired.
NOTE: If the engine fails to start after 3 pulls, repeat steps 3-6.
4.3.3 Stopping the Engine
:
For units without a Blade Brake Clutch: Release the blade control bail. Both the
engine and the blade should stop within 3 seconds.
For units with a Blade Brake Clutch: Release the blade control bail. The blade should
stop within 3 seconds. Move the throttle to the (Off) position to kill the engine.
NOTE: If the blade does not stop within 3 seconds after releasing the blade
control bail, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
4.3.4 Using the Self-Propel Drive (Self-Propelled Units Only)
:
The lawn mower has three ground speeds. 1 is slow, 2 is medium, and 3 is fast
(See Figure 10).
1. Start the engine.
2. Using the ground speed control, select the desired ground speed.
3. Squeeze the drive bail against the handle (See Figure 9).
NOTE: Do not shift speeds while squeezing the ground speed control against
the handle. This can damage the transmission. Release the ground speed
control before changing speeds.
NOTE: You can vary the ground speed by increasing or decreasing the
distance between the ground speed control and the handle. Lower the control
bar to decrease the ground speed when you are making a turn or if the lawn
mower is moving too fast for you. If you lower the control bar too far the lawn
mower stops self-propelling. Squeeze the ground speed control closer to the
Figure 14
(Kawasaki Units Only)