Simplicity 543777-0113-E1 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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Control Functions
The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require
the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to
use for various tasks see the OPERATION section.
Features and Controls
Choke
Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once the
engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking.
Pull the knob UP to close the choke. Push to knob DOWN
to open the choke.
Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height
Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock
Lever
These control the cutting height of the mower deck.
Depress the pedal until it locks into the 5” (12,7 cm)
position. Place the adjustment pin in the desired cutting
height and release the lift lock lever.
Parking Brake
DISENGAGE Releases the parking brake.
ENGAGE Locks the parking brake.
Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking
brake. Move the lever fully forward to disengage the
parking brake. NOTE: To start the unit the parking brake
must be engaged.
PTO (Power Take Off) Switch
The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Pull
UP on the switch to engage, and push DOWN to disengage.