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OPERATION
Running
1. Release the park 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 park 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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Park 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. Set the engine to full throttle.
5. Engage the mower deck by pulling out the blade
switch. USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING.
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Set blade engagement and throttle control