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CAUTION
Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you
have read this manual. Learn the location and
purpose of all controls and instruments before
you operate this mower.
4.1
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT
IDENTIFICATION
Before operating the mower, familiarize yourself with all
mower and engine controls. Knowing the location, function
and operation of these controls is important for safe and
efficient operation of the mower.
WATER TEMPERATURE
MOWER DECK
SWITCH
VOLT METER
IGNITION SWITCH
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LEFT STEERING
CONTROL
PARKING BRAKE
CONTROL
ENGINE THROTTLE
CONTROL
CHECK
ENGINE
LIGHT
FUSES
DUMP VALVE
Figure 4-1.
Controls and Instruments
1.
Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1).
is used to start the engine and has three positions;
OFF, ON, and START.
2.
Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1).
and disengage the mower drive system. Pulling up
on the switch will engage the deck drive. Pushing
down on the switch will disengage the deck drive.
3.
Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1).
control the engine speed. Pushing the lever forward
increases engine speed. Pulling the lever back
decreases engine speed. Full back position is the
IDLE position. Full forward is the cutting position.
4.
volt Meter (Figure 4-1).
the charging system. When the engine is running
the needle should be toward the positive end of the
meter. If the needle is toward the negative end of the
meter, this indicates a discharge condition and the
machine should be taken in for service.
DECK LIFT
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The ignition switch
Used to engage
Used to
Indicates the condition of
RIGHT STEERING
CONTROL
CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
DECK RELEASE
SEAT BELT
FUEL GAUGE
DUMP VALVE
HOUR METER
2008 STT-EFI CHMI