To lower the cutting deck to mowing position, press the
lock button and move the lift lever forward. If the engine
is running, the blades start to rotate automatically.
To start the engine
1. Make sure that the drive system is engaged, see
engage and disengage the drive system on page 13 .
2. Lift the cutting deck and apply the parking brake.
3. Move the throttle control to the middle position.
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1
4. If the engine is cold, move the choke control fully
rearward.
5. Turn the ignition key to the start position.
6. When the engine starts, immediately release the
ignition key to neutral position.
CAUTION: 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.
7. Turn the key to the lights position to make the
headlights come on.
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