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Throttle Control Lever
The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the
tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine.
When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform
engine speed. See Fig. 4-2.
Figure 4-2
IMPORTANT:
When operating the tractor with the cutting deck
engaged, be certain that the throttle lever is always in the FAST
(rabbit) position.
Choke Control
The choke control can be found on the
left side of the dash panel and is activated
by pulling the knob outward. Activating
the choke control closes the choke plate
on the carburetor and aids in starting the
engine. Refer to Starting The Engine in the
Operation section of this manual for detailed
starting instructions.
Ignition Switch Module
To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch and
turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the
NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the
OFF position. See Fig. 4-3.
Stop
position
Figure 4-3
WARNING:
Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever
into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine
and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
IMPORTANT:
Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety
Interlock Switches on page 14 and Starting The Engine on page
15 of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition
Switch Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION
MODE.
Deck Lift Lever
Found on your tractor's right fender, the deck lift lever is used to
change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to
the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application.
Brake Pedal
The brake pedal is located on the
right side of the lawn tractor, along
the running board. Depress the brake
pedal part way down to slow the
tractor's ground speed. Depress the
pedal all the way down to engage the
disc brake and bring the tractor to a
complete stop.
NOTE: The pedal must be depressed to start the engine. Refer to
Safety Interlock Switches in the Operation section of this manual.
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