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Driving
Before starting
• Read the safety instructions and information concerning
the placement of controls and functions before starting.
• Perform daily maintenance before starting as set out in
the Maintenance schedule.
Start the engine
1 Make sure that the clutch control is depressed. Rider 175
AWD has one control for the front axle and one control for
the rear axle.
2 Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to
locked position (transport position) and apply the parking
brake.
Rider 175 AWD The engine can not be started if the
parking brake is not pressed down.
Starting a cold engine
3 Move the throttle to position 3 (choke position). In this
position the engine is fed with a richer mixture, which
means the engine is easier to start.
Starting a warm engine
Move the throttle in between positions 1 and 2.
4 Turn the ignition key to the start position.
5 When the engine starts release the ignition key
immediately back to neutral position.
6 Push the throttle control to full throttle position. Let the
engine run at moderate speed or half throttle for 3-5
minutes before subjecting it to heavy load.
7 Set the required engine speed with the throttle control.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The air intake grille in the engine cover behind the driver’s
seat must not be blocked by, for example, clothing, leaves,
grass or dirt. Impaired cooling of the engine.
Risk of major engine damage.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do not run the starter for more than about 5 seconds at a
time. If the engine does not start, wait about 15 seconds
before trying again.
!
WARNING! Never run the engine indoors, in
enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. The
exhaust fumes contain toxic carbon
monoxide.