Before Starting; Starting The Engine - Husqvarna RZ46i Operator's Manual

Before Starting

1. Read the sections on Safety and Controls before starting
the machine.
2. Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see
Maintenance Schedule in the Maintenance section).
3. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank.
4. Adjust the seat to the desired position.
5. Set the deck cutting height by inserting the lift pin into the
desired cut height.
The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine
can be started:
• The blade switch must be pressed downward into the
disengaged position.
• The park brake must be up into the activated position.
• Both steering controls must be in the locked (outer) neutral
position.
WARNING! Engine exhaust and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive system damage.
The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is a
odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Do not use the machine
in enclosed spaces.
OPERATION

Starting the Engine

1. Sit on the seat.
2. Raise the mower deck by pushing the release button on
the top of the lifting lever. Pull the lifting lever backward to
the locked (transport) position.
3. Activate the park brake by pushing the release button in
and pulling the lever fully upwards.
4. Disengage the mower blades by pressing the blade
switch downwards.
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