Think Safety First; Starting The Engine; Stopping The Engine; Moving Forward Or Backward - Better Outdoor Products Quick Series Operator's Manual

Think Safety First

Carefully read all the safety instructions and decals in
the safety section. Knowing this information could help
you or any bystanders avoid injury.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, hearing, feet
and head is recommended.
This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85
dBA at the operator's ear and can cause hearing loss
through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this machine.

Starting the Engine

1. Connect the wire(s) to the spark plug(s).
2. Open the fuel valve.
3. Move the throttle control to run and pull the choke
knob to the on position before starting a cold engine.
(Briggs & Stratton choke position is just above the
run position)
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. To
start a warm engine, move throttle control midway
between the run and slow positions.
Turn the ignition key to the start position to energize the
starter. When the engine starts, release the key.
Note: Do not engage the starter for more than 5
seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, allow for a
15 second cool-down period between attempts. Failure
to follow these instructions can burn out the starter
motor.
When engine starts, move the throttle control between
the run and slow position. On Kawasaki models push the
choke lever to the off position. Allow the engine to warm
up and then move the throttle control to the run position.

Stopping the Engine

Release the motion control lever.
Move the throttle lever to slow.
If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let the
engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning the
engine off.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key to off.
Important: Make sure fuel shut off valve is closed
before transporting or storing the machine, as fuel
leakage may occur. Before storing the machine, pull wire
off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of accidental
starting.

Moving Forward or Backward

The throttle control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the
throttle control in the run position for best performance.
Always operate in the full throttle position when mowing.
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• Use caution when making turns.
• Slow the machine down before making sharp turns.

Moving Forward

Place the transaxle lever in normal operating position.
Depress the operator presence/brake lever.
To go forward, slowly squeeze the forward control lever.
Forward and reverse speeds are variable depending on
the position of the motion control levers.

Moving Backward

To go backward, slowly push the reverse control lever
with thumb.

Steering

The drive wheels of Quick™ mowers are not
independently controlled. All Quick™ mowers are
steered manually by turning the handlebars in the
desired direction.

Stopping the Machine

To stop the machine, release forward or reverse control
lever, disengage the blade engagement control lever
(PTO), and turn the ignition key to off.
Remember to remove the key from the ignition switch.
Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or
attempt to operate the mower while it is unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and set the parking
brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just
for a few minutes.

Pushing the Machine by Hand

The machine can be pushed by hand without the engine
running if:
1. The transaxle lever is placed in the Easy Roll
Around position.
2. The operator presence/brake lever is depressed.
Important: Always push the machine by hand. Never
tow the machine with another vehicle. Hydraulic damage
may occur.
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