Yard-Man 970 Series Owner's Manual page 9

SECTION 7: CONTROLS
Blade Control Handle
Control
Cutting Height
Adjustment Lever
Drive
Clutch
Control
Figure 5
BLADE CONTROLHANDLE
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. See Figure 5. The blade control handle
must be depressed in order to start and operate the unit. Release the bIade control handle to stop the engine and
blade,
WARNING:
The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. The
blade will be rotating whenever the engine is running.
THROTTLE CONTROL
The throttle control is located on the left side of the upper handle. It is used to regulate the engine speed. See
Figure 5,
• Push the throttle lever forward for fast.
• Pull the throttle lever back for slow.
WARNING:
The throttle control cannot be used to stop the engine.
IGNITION SWITCH
(Electric Start Unit Only)
The ignition switch is located on the left side of the handle panel. It is used for starting only, See Figure 6.
Ignition
..... • switch
Figure 6 Electric Start Unit Only
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