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OPERATION
Move the steering controls outward to the •
locked (outer) neutral position.
Move the throttle to the middle position.•
If the engine is cold, the choke control should •
be pulled out to its extent.
Press in and turn the ignition key to the start •
position.
When the engine starts, immediately release •
the ignition key back to the run position.
Set the desired engine speed with the throttle.•
Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed, •
“half throttle”, for 3-5 minutes before loading it
too heavily.
USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING •
(no choke).
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Starting the engine
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.
WARNING!
Ensure that no one is near mower when
engaging blade switch.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The mower deck’s anti-scalp rollers should be
evenly adjusted.