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For personal safety, the operator must be sitting in the mower seat when
starting the engine.
1.
Open the fuel valve(s).
NOTE: If both tanks are on, and one is empty, the engine will not start. Be
certain to make sure both tanks have fuel or that the empty tank's fuel valve
is closed.
2.
Operator must be sitting in the mower seat with both drive control pedals in
the neutral/start position.
3.
Engage the parking brake.
4.
Make certain the PTO is in the disengaged (down) position.
5.
Lift the choke knob (if equipped) into the ON position.
NOTE: If the engine is warmed up, it may not be necessary to choke the engine.
NOTE: Some mowers are equipped with EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection) engines
and are not equipped with a choke.
6.
Move the throttle control to midway between the SLOW
positions.
7.
Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position and release it as soon as
the engine starts; however, do not crank the engine continuously for more than
10 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start within this time, turn the key
to OFF and wait at least 30 seconds to allow the engine's starter motor to cool.
Try again after waiting. If after a few attempts the engine fails to start, do not
keep trying to start it with the choke closed as this will cause flooding and
make starting more difficult.
8.
Once the engine starts, push the choke (if equipped) halfway down and as the
engine warms, push the choke (if equipped) all the way down.
Electronic Throttle (E-Governor)/EFI (Electronic Fuel
Injection) Engines
1.
Open the fuel valve(s).
NOTE: To prime a dry fuel system, turn the ignition switch to the ON position
for one minute. Allow the fuel pump to cycle and prime the system. Turn the
ignition switch to the OFF position.
NOTE: If both tanks are on, and one is empty, the engine will not start. Be
certain to make sure both tanks have fuel or that the empty tank's fuel valve
is closed.
2.
Operator must be sitting in the mower seat with both drive control pedals in
the neutral/start position.
3.
Engage the parking brake.
4.
Make certain the PTO is in the disengaged (down) position.
5.
Place the electronic throttle lever in the START position.
6.
Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position and release it as soon as
the engine starts; however, do not crank the engine continuously for more than
10 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start within this time, turn the key
to OFF and wait at least 60 seconds to allow the engine's starter motor to cool.
Try again after waiting.
NOTE: Failure to follow these guidelines can burn out the starter motor.
NOTE: Upon start-up, a metallic ticking may occur. Run engine for 5 minutes.
If the noise continues, run the engine at the starting position for 20 minutes. If
the noise persists, take the mower to your authorized service dealer.
WARNING
and FAST
OPERATION
Cold Weather Starting
When starting the engine at temperatures near or below freezing, ensure the correct
viscosity motor oil is used in the engine and the battery is fully charged. Start the
engine as follows:
1.
Be sure the battery is in good condition. A warm battery has much more
starting capacity than a cold battery.
2.
Use fresh winter grade fuel. Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility to
improve starting. Do not use gasoline left over from summer.
3.
Follow the previous instruction for Starting the Engine.
Using Jumper Cables to Start Engine
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gases. Make certain
the area is well ventilated, wear gloves and eye protection, and avoid sparks
or flames near the battery.
If the battery charge is not sufficient to crank the engine, recharge the battery. If a
battery charger is unavailable and the mower must be started, the aid of a booster
battery will be necessary. Connect the booster battery as follows:
1.
Connect the end of one cable to the disabled mower battery's positive
terminal; then connect the other end of that cable to the booster battery's
positive terminal.
2.
Connect one end of the other cable to the booster battery's negative terminal;
then connect the other end of that cable to the frame of the disabled mower, as
far from the battery as possible.
3.
Start the disabled mower following the normal starting instructions previously
provided; then disconnect the jumper cables in the exact reverse order of
their connection.
4.
Have the mower's electrical system checked and repaired as soon as possible to
eliminate the need for jump starting.
Stopping the Engine
1.
Place the PTO switch in the disengaged position.
2.
Engage the parking brake.
3.
Move the throttle to the SLOW
about one minute.
4.
Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove the key from the
ignition switch.
NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent accidental
starting or battery discharge if the equipment is left unattended.
5.
Close the fuel shut-off valve(s).
DRIVING THE MOWER
1.
Ensure that the area is free of animals and bystanders, especially children.
2.
Survey the area where the equipment is to be used to make sure it is free of
debris, sticks, stones, wires, bones and other foreign objects which could cause
injury to bystanders, damage to the machine or damage to nearby facilities.
Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed, and sudden stops.
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