Electric Start; Forward Travel; Reverse Travel - Hayter Harrier 48 490E Owner's Handbook Manual

OPERATING THE MOWER

Electric Start

(Electric start Only)
Stand behind the mower and hold the handlebar together with the
engine stop lever. Turn the ignition key in a clockwise direction and
hold in position to crank the engine. When the engine starts release the
key and move the throttle to the fast position after starting a cold
engine.
Note: Cranking the engine for more than 15 seconds in any one minute
can damage the starter motor.
If necessary the engine can be started manually without using the igni-
tion switch.
To prevent engine damage do not operate the ignition key when the
engine is running.

Forward Travel

Hold the handlebar and operate the ground drive clutch lever to power
the mower in a forward direction.
When the ground drive clutch lever is disengaged the mower may be
pushed. This feature is useful when mowing in confined areas.
Ground speed may be adjusted by operating the variable speed control. 1CG480V01B
Push forward to slow down and pull back to speed up. Only operate the
lever with the engine running to prevent damage.
If the engine stop lever is released the engine will stop.

Reverse Travel

(490 Only)
Hold and pull against the handlebar with both hands to reverse the
mower.
(491 Only)
Release the ground drive clutch lever. Hold and pull against the han-
dlebar with both hands to reverse the mower towards you.
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