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Starting the Engine
Important: Do not engage the starter for more than
5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, allow a
10-second cool-down period between attempts. Failure
to follow these instructions can damage the starter
motor.
Note: It may be necessary to hold the lever against the stop,
in the choke position, while trying to start the engine
11).
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking.
A
C
E
F
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B
D
G
Figure 11
Operating the Blades
The blade-control switch 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
(Figure
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
F
position.
AST
Disengaging the Blades
1. Control panel
Stopping the Engine
1. Disengage the blades by moving the blade-control
switch to the O
2. Move the throttle lever to the F
3. Turn the ignition key to the O
the key.
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Figure 12
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Figure 13
2. Blade-control switch—Off
position
(Figure
13).
FF
position.
AST
position and remove
FF
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