7. When the engine starts, immediately release the
ignition key to neutral position.
Note: Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds
at a time. If the engine does not start, wait 15
seconds before you try again. Then if the engine
does not start, wait 1 minute before you try again.
8. Let the engine run at half throttle (B) for 3-5 minutes
before you apply heavy load.
9. Set the engine speed with the throttle control.
CAUTION: To engage the blades when the
engine is at full speed causes strain on the
drive belts. Do not apply full throttle until the
cutting deck is lowered and the blades
rotate.
To operate the product, M125-85FH
1. Start the engine.
2. Move the parking brake lever to the right and
rearward to release the parking brake.
3. Carefully press down one of the speed pedals. The
speed increases the more the pedal is pressed
down. Use pedal (B) to move forward, and pedal (A)
to move rearward. Release the speed pedal to
engage the brakes.
B
A
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4. Select cutting height (1–5) with the cutting height
lever.
CAUTION: Do not operate the product
with the cutting height lever in the
servicing position (S). Risk of damage to
the drive belt.
5. Lower the cutting deck.
6. Start the blades.
To operate the product, M125-85F
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the
gearbox, always stop the product and
engage the clutch before you change gears.
1. Start the engine.
2. Press the parking brake pedal down and then
release it to disengage the parking brake.
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