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OPERATION
Running
1. Release the parking brake by pushing the top
release button in and moving the lever downward.
NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator
presence system. When the engine is running,
any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
without first setting the parking brake will shut off
the engine.
2. Move the steering controls inwards, out of the
neutral position (N).
3. Push the release button on the cutting height lever
and move lever to the pin, release the button.
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Parking brake released
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Mower deck lifting lever
WARNING!
Make sure that no one is near mower
when engaging blade switch.
Make sure the work area is free from
objects that could be thrown by the
rotating blades.
4. Move throttle control to full throttle.
5. Engage the mower deck by pulling out the blade
switch.
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Set blade engagement and throttle control