Husqvarna 968999250 Operator's Manual page 25

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3)
When starting the engine for the first time or if
the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra
cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the
engine.
• Be sure IZT (Integraded Zeroturn
Transaxle) bypass linkages are in the
drive position.
• Sit on the seat in the operators position,
release park brake lever.
• Check to be sure the PTO switch is
disengaged.
• Move the throttle control to the choke
position.
• For a warm engine start, the choke
control may not be needed
NOTE:
Before starting, read the warm and cold
starting procedures below.
• Insert key into the ignition and turn the
key clockwise to "START" position and
release the key as soon the engine
starts. Do not run the starter
continuously for more than 15 seconds
per minute. If the engine does not start
after several attempts, push the throttle
control into the choke position, wait a few
minutes and try again. If the engine still
does not start, move the throttle control
back into the fast position and retry.
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)
• When the engine starts, slowly pull the
throttle control back until the engine
begins to run smoothly. If the engine
starts to run roughly, press the throttle
control back forward to choke the engine
for a few seconds. Then continue to pull
the throttle control back to the fast
position.
• The PTO switch and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not
accept the load, restart the engine and
allow it to warm up for one minute using
the choke as described above.
OPERATION
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