Figure 13
Disengaging the Blade-Control
Switch (PTO)
Figure 14
Operating the Throttle
You can move the throttle control between the F
and S
positions
(Figure
LOW
Always use the F
position when turning on the
AST
mower deck with the blade-control switch (PTO).
Figure 15
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AST
15).
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Operating the Ignition
Switch
1.
Turn the ignition key to the S
(Figure
16).
Note:
When the engine starts, release the key.
Important:
Do not engage the starter for
more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine
fails to start, wait 15 seconds between
attempts. Failure to follow these instructions
can burn out the starter motor.
Note:
You may need multiple attempts to start
the engine when you start it the first time after
the fuel system has been without fuel completely.
2.
Turn the ignition key to the S
off the engine.
18
position
TART
Figure 16
position to shut
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