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4. Move the steering / park brake controls out to the locked
position.
5. Move the throttle lever to the full throttle position.
NOTE: There is a detent at the full throttle position to aid in
setting the control.
If the temperature is below 32
O
F, move the throttle lever
up to the cold weather (snowflake) starting position.
When the engine has started, move the throttle lever back
to full throttle detent and allow the engine to warm up for a
short period before operating the unit. Failure to move the
throttle from the cold weather starting position will result in
poor engine performance, smoke and spark plug fouling.
Before Starting
1. Read the sections on Safety and Controls before starting
the machine.
2. Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see
Maintenance Schedule in the Maintenance section).
3. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank.
4. Adjust the seat to the desired position.
The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine
can be started:
• The blade switch must be pressed down into the
disengaged position.
• Both steering / park brake controls must be in the locked
(outer) position.
Starting the Engine
1. Sit on the seat.
2. Raise the mower deck to the highest position.
3. Disengage the mower blades by pressing the blade
switch downwards.
WARNING! Engine exhaust and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive system damage.
The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is a
odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Do not use the machine
in enclosed spaces.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Under normal starting
conditions, use a press and release method for the ignition
start/stop switch. Do not press and hold.
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