Starting The Engine - Husqvarna MZ 61 Operator's Manual

Starting the Engine

1. Sit on the seat.
2. Raise the mower deck to the transport position by locking
the lift pedal fully forward.
3. Activate the park brake pulling the lever upwards.
4. Disengage the mower blades by pressing the blade
switch downwards.
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5. Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer)
neutral position.
6. Move throttle control to the middle position.
7. Open the fuel tank valve.
8. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for
more than 5 seconds each time. If the engine does not
start, wait approximately 10 seconds before retrying.
9. When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition
key back to the run position.
10. Set the engine speed with the throttle. Allow the engine to
run at a moderate speed, approximately mid throttle, for
a short time before use. USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN
MOWING.
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.
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