Operation; Controls; Starting The Engine; Stopping The Engine - Exmark Metro 21 Operator's Manual

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Each time before you mow, ensure that the self-propel
drive and the control bar operate properly. When you
release the control bar, the engine and the blade should
stop within 3 seconds. If they do not, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Caution
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85dBA at the operator's ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of
exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.

Controls

The control bar, the throttle control, and the starter handle
are on the upper handle as shown in Figure 7.
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Figure 7
1. Control bar
2. Throttle
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3. Starter handle

Starting the Engine

1. Connect the wire to the spark plug (Fig. 6).
2. Open the fuel valve by moving the lever to the right
(Fig. 8).
Figure 8
1. Fuel valve
3. Move the throttle control to the Choke position
(Fig. 7).
Note: Do not use the choke when the engine is warm.
4. Hold the control bar to the handle (Fig. 7).
5. Pull the starter handle (Fig. 7) lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to return
to the handle slowly.
6. When the engine starts, move the throttle control to
the Fast position, and set the ground speed control as
desired.
Note: If the engine fails to start after three pulls, repeat
steps 4 through 6.

Stopping the Engine

Release the control bar. Both the engine and the blade
should stop within 3 seconds. If they do not, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Note: Close the fuel valve by moving the lever to the left
if you will not be starting the engine soon afterward.
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