Mowing - Exmark Lazer Z XP Operator's Manual

4.3 MOWING

4.3.1 Open fuel shut-off valve (left or right tank).
4.3.2 Starting Engine:
a) Brake must be engaged, motion control levers out (neutral lock
position) and blade engagement switch "OFF" to start engine. (It is
not necessary for the operator to be in the seat to start the engine.)
For 31 HP Daihatsu Gas Units:
b) On a warm engine, place the throttle midway between the "SLOW" and
"FAST" positions and leave the choke in the "OFF" position.
On a cold engine, place the throttle in the "FAST" position and pull the
choke to the "ON" position.
c) Turn ignition switch to the "start" position. Release the switch as soon as
the engine starts.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT crank the engine continuously for more then
ten (10) seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60
second cool-down period between starting attempts. Failure to follow
these guidelines can burn out the starter motor.
d) After starting a cold engine, gradually return choke to the "OFF" position as
the engine warms up.
For 27 HP Daihatsu Diesel Units:
b) On a warm engine, place the throttle in the "SLOW" position.
On a cold engine (below 14° F (-10° C)), place the throttle in the "FAST"
position.
Note: Do not use fuel left over from summer.
c) Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position. The glow plug light will turn
on. Wait for the glow plug light to turn off and turn the ignition switch to the
"START" position. Release the switch as soon as the engine starts.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT crank the engine continuously for more then
ten (10) seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60
second cool-down period between starting attempts. Failure to follow
these guidelines can burn out the starter motor.
c) Move the throttle to the "SLOW" (if in "FAST") and let the engine warm up a
few minutes before moving the throttle to the "FAST" position.
4.3.3 Engaging Electric Blade Clutch: The electric blade clutch push-pull switch
engages the cutting blades. Be sure that all persons are clear of the mower
deck and discharge area before engaging cutting blades.
IMPORTANT: Operator must be in seat before the blades can be engaged.
Set throttle to "midway" position. Pull outward on the switch to the "ROTATE"
position. Accelerate to full throttle to begin mowing.
4.3.4 Stopping Electric Blade Clutch: Set throttle to the "idle" position. Push in on the
switch to the "STOP" position stopping the cutting blades.
4.3.5 Stopping Engine:
a) Bring unit to a full stop. Disengage the cutting blades, move motion
control levers out to the neutral lock position and set parking brake.
b) Before stopping the engine, move the throttle control to the "SLOW"
position. Keep on running at idle for a short time, (approximately one
minute) then stop the engine.
NOTE: For 31 HP Daihatsu Gas Units - Do not move the choke to the "ON"
position to stop the engine. Backfire or engine damage may occur.
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