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Operating Instructions
CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, LOCA-
TION, AND FUNCTION
Before operating the mower, become famil-
iar with the location and function of all op-
erator controls.
function, and operation of these controls is
important for safe and efficient operation of
the mower.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the right front of
the body and is used to start and stop the engine.
The switch has three positions:
●
"O" is the OFF position
●
"I" is the ON (RUN) position
●
is the START position
Forward Speed
Control (FSC)
Front Body
Latch Release
CAUTION
Knowing the location,
Blade Clutch
Switch (PTO)
Operating Controls
When starting the engine, turn the key clockwise to
the START position. Do not hold the key in this
position longer than 10 seconds. If the engine
does not start, return the key to the OFF position
for at least 60 seconds before making a restart
attempt.
IMPORTANT: Prolonged cranking can damage the
starter motor and shorten battery life.
Release the key when the engine starts, and it will
return to the ON (RUN) position. To stop the
engine, rotate the key counterclockwise to the OFF
position.
Choke
(Not Visible)
Parking
Brake
Hourmeter
Ignition Switch
Operating Instructions
Ignition Switch
Steering
Throttle
Levers
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