Running; Stopping Theengine - Craftsman Z7400 Operator's Manual

Running
1, Release the park brake by moving the lever downward,
NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence
system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the
operator to leave the seat without first setting the park
brake will shut off the engine.
2, Move the steering controls inwards, out of the neutral
position (N),
3, Release foot pedal latch and lower deck to set cutting
height,
Stopping the Engine
1, Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise
symbol),
2, Move the steering controls outward,
3, Disengage the mower deck by pressing the blade switch
down,
4, Move throttle control to full throttle,
5, Engage the mower deck by pulling up the blade switch,
4,
5,
Raise the mower deck by pressing the foot pedal forward
to the transport position,
When the machine is standing still, activate the park brake
by pulling the lever upward,
If the engine has been worked hard, allow it to idle at
least 60 seconds to attain a normal operating temperature
before stopping, To prevent fouling the spark plugs, avoid
idling the engine for longer periods,
_ WARNING! Make sure that no one is near the
mower when engaging blade switch.
Make sure the work area is free from objects that could be
thrown by the rotating blades.
6, Turn the ignition key to the stop position,
7, Remove key, Always remove key when leaving the mower
to prevent unauthorized use,
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Leaving the ignition switch
in any other position than OFF will cause the battery to be
discharged.