Starting the Engine
Important: Do not engage the starter for more than
5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter motor for
more than 5 seconds can damage the starter motor. If
the engine fails to start, wait 10 seconds before operating
the engine starter again.
Sit down on the seat and ensure the parking brake is set
(Figure
10).
A
C
E
Operating the Parking Brake
(SmartPark
™
The parking brake is activated electronically.
Engage the parking brake by one of the following actions:
•
Pressing the SmartPark
(Figure
5).
•
The parking brake engages automatically when the
operator leaves the seat and the traction control pedal is
in the neutral position.
•
The parking brake automatically engages 5 to 6 seconds
after the ignition switch is turned to the Off position (if
not already engaged).
Disengage the parking brake by one of the following actions:
•
Tap the traction-control pedal forward or reverse.
•
Pressing the brake switch to the Off position
B
D
F
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switch to the On position
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Operating the Blades
The blade control switch, represented by a power take-off
(PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power to the mower
blades. This switch controls power to any attachments that
draw power from the engine, including the mower deck and
cutting blades.
Engaging the Blades
Important: Do not engage the blades when parked in
tall grass. Belt or clutch damage can occur.
Note: Always engage the blades with the throttle in the
Fast position.
Disengaging the Blades
1
1. Power take-off (PTO) switch
5).
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