Control Functions - Simplicity Citation 5900523 Operator's Manual

Features and Controls

Control Functions

The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require
the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to
use for various tasks see the OPERATION section.
Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height
Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock
Lever
These control the cutting height of the mower deck.
Depress the deck lift pedal until it locks into the 5" (12,7
cm) position. Place the cutting height adjustment pin in the
desired cutting height and release the deck lift lock lever.
Parking Brake
DISENGAGE Releases the parking brake.
ENGAGE Locks the parking brake.
Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking
brake. Move the lever fully forward to disengage the
parking brake. NOTE: To start the unit the parking brake
must be engaged.
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Choke
Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once the
engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking.
Pull the knob UP to close the choke. Push to knob DOWN
to open the choke.
PTO (Power Take Off) Switch
The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Pull
UP on the switch to engage, and push DOWN to disengage.
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