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4.2.2 Make sure you understand the controls, their locations, their functions, and

their safety requirements.

4.2.3 Refer to Maintenance, Section 5, and perform all the necessary inspection and

maintenance steps.

4.3 MOWING

4.3.1 Open fuel shut-off valve (left or right tank).

4.3.2 Starting Engine:

Operator must be in seat

with the

brake engaged

, the

blade engagement switch disengaged, and the motion control levers out

(neutral lock position).

On a

cold

engine, place the

throttle midway

between the “SLOW” and

“FAST” positions and pull

choke

to the “ON” position. Turn ignition switch to

the “start” position. Release the switch as soon as the engine starts.

IMPORTANT:

DO NOT

crank the engine continuously for more than ten

(10) seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60 second

cool-down period between starting attempts. Failure to follow these

guide lines can burn out the starter motor.

After starting a cold engine, gradually return choke to the “OFF” position as the

engine warms up.

On a

warm

engine, place the

throttle midway

between the “SLOW” and

“FAST” positions and leave the

choke

in the “OFF” position.

4.3.3 Engaging Electric Blade Clutch: The electric blade clutch push-pull switch

engages the cutting blades. Be sure that

all

persons are

clear

of mower deck

and discharge area

before engaging

cutting blades.

IMPORTANT: Operator must be in seat before the blades can be engaged.

Set throttle to "midway" position. Pull outward on the switch to the “ROTATE”

position. Accelerate to full throttle to begin mowing.

4.3.4 Stopping Electric Blade Clutch: Set the throttle to the “IDLE” position. Push in

on the switch to the “STOP” position stopping the cutting blades.

4.3.5 Stopping Engine: Bring unit to a

full stop

Disengage

the cutting blades,

move motion control levers out

to the

neutral lock

position and

set parking

brake

Adjust engine speed to 1/2 throttle or higher.

Rotate ignition switch to “OFF” position. Remove the key to prevent children or

other unauthorized persons from starting engine.

Close fuel shut-off valve when machine will not be used for a few days, when

transporting, and when the unit is parked inside a building.

4.4 TRANSPORTING

4.4.1 Transporting a Unit: Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine.

Lock brake and block wheels. Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or

truck with straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Be sure that the trailer or truck has

all necessary lighting and marking as required by law.

Secure a trailer with a safety chain.

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