Setting the Parking Brake
WARNING
The parking brake may not hold machine parked on
a slope and could cause personal injury or property
damage.
Do not park on slopes unless the wheels are
chocked or blocked.
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Releasing the Parking Brake
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Operating the Throttle
The throttle control can be moved between Fast and Slow
positions (Figure 11).
Always use the middle position when turning on the mower
deck and blower with the PTO engagement lever.
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Operating the Ignition Switch
1. Turn the ignition key to the Start position (Figure 12).
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.
Note: Additional starting cycles may be required
when starting the engine for the first time after the fuel
system has been completely without fuel.
2. To stop the engine, turn the ignition key to the stop
position.
Using the Fuel-shutoff Valve
The fuel-shutoff valve is located under the hopper. Raise the
hopper to access it.
Close the fuel-shutoff valve for transport, maintenance, and
storage.
Ensure that the fuel-shutoff valve is open when starting the
engine.
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