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4. When engine starts, move the throttle control between
the "FAST" and "Slow" position. Allow engine to
warm up and then move the throttle control to the
"FAST" position.
Stopping
1. Move the throttle lever to "SLOW" (Fig. 13).
Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it
idle for a minute before turning the ignition key "OFF."
This helps cool the engine before it is stopped. In an
emergency, the engine may be stopped by turning the
ignition key to "OFF."
2. Turn the ignition key to "OFF" (Fig. 13).
Figure 13
1. Throttle lever
Important
Make sure fuel shut off valve is closed
before transporting or storing machine, as fuel leakage
may occur.
Before storing machine, pull wire off spark plug(s) to
prevent possibility of accidental starting.
Operating Neutral Locks
Always set the neutral lock when you stop the machine.
Chock or block wheels if it is left unattended.
Setting the Neutral Locks
1. Squeeze the drive levers back.
2. Place thumbs on the upper part of of locks and move
them back (Fig. 14).
Releasing the Neutral Locks
1. Squeeze the drive levers back.
2. Place thumbs on the upper part of of locks and move
them forward until in forward slot (Fig. 14).
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Figure 14
1. Handle
2. Neutral lock
3. Neutral position
Operating Mower Blade
Control (PTO)
The blade control switch (PTO) in conjunction with the
Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers engage and
disengage power to the electric clutch and mower blades.
Engaging the Mower Blades (PTO)
1. To engage blade, squeeze the Operator Presence
Control (OPC) levers against handle grips (Fig. 15).
2. Pull blade switch (PTO) up. Hold the OPC levers
against handle grip.
Figure 15
1. Handle
2. Operator Presence
Control levers (OPC)
Disengaging the Mower Blades (PTO)
The mower blades can be disengaged by one of the
following steps.
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5. Full speed forward
6. Reverse position
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3. Blade control switch
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4. Drive Lever
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