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2. Move the PTO (power take off) to Off (Fig. 5).
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Figure 5
1. PTO—On
3. Move the throttle lever to Choke before starting a cold
engine (Fig. 6).
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking.
4. Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter.
When the engine starts, release the key.
Important
Do not engage the starter for more than
10 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, allow a
60 second cool-down period between attempts. Failure to
follow these instructions can burn out the starter motor.
5. After the engine starts, move the throttle lever to Fast
(Fig. 6). If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the
throttle lever back to Choke for a few seconds. Then
move the throttle lever to the desired setting. Repeat
this as required.
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Figure 6
1. Engine
2. Choke
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Figure 7
1. Off
2. Run
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the throttle lever to Fast (Fig. 6).
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2. PTO—Off
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3. Fast
4. Slow
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3. Start
4. Ignition
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2. Move the PTO to Off (Fig. 5).
3. Turn the ignition key to Off (Fig. 7).
4. Pull the wire off of the spark plug(s) to prevent the
possibility of someone accidentally starting the machine
before transporting or storing the machine.
5. Close the fuel shut-off valve under the front of the fuel
tank before transporting or storing the machine.
Important
Make sure the fuel shut-off valve is closed
before transporting or storing the machine, as fuel leakage
may occur.
Operating the Power Take Off
(PTO)
The power take off (PTO) switch engages and disengages
power to the electric clutch.
Engaging the PTO
1. Release pressure on the traction control levers and place
the machine in neutral.
2. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
3. Pull out on the PTO switch to engage it (Fig. 8).
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Figure 8
1. PTO—On
Disengaging the PTO
Push the PTO switch to Off (Fig. 8).
The Safety Interlock System
Warning
If safety interlock switches are disconnected or
damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly
causing personal injury.
• Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
• Check the operation of the interlock switches
daily and replace any damaged switches before
operating the machine.
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