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Operation(Continued)
Starting and Operation
Engine (Electric Start)
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After the enginestarts, move the engine speedcontrol
to the "FAST"position and allow a brief warm-up until
engine runs smooth.
IMPORTANT:Whenthe ignition key is turned to "START",the
engine will turn over, but will not start unless the
Clutch/Brakepedal is pressed all the way down, and the
Blade Leveris in the "OFF"position. The operator should be
in the seat.
Start the engine asfollows:
1. Openthe vent (B, Figure 2) on the fuel filler cap (A) by
turning counterclockwise.
IMPORTANT:Failureto open the vent on the fuel filler cap
can causethe engine to stall.
2. Movethe transmission shift leverto the (N) Neutral
position. Referto the section entitled "Wheel Drive".
Figure 5. Engagingthe clutch/brake pedal
IMPORTANT:DONOTstart the enginewith thetransmission
shift lever in a drive position.
WARNING
It is possible to start the engine with the transmission
shift lever in a drive position. Follow starting instructions
carefully.
2. Makecertainthe BladeLever(A, Figure 4) is in the
"OFF"position.
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Figure 6: Enginespeedcontrol
Figure4: Bladelever (in 'Off' position)
3. Pressthe Clutch/BrakePedal(A, Figure 5) all the way
down and hold while starting the engine.
5. Movethe enginespeedcontrol (A, Figure 6) to the
choke position (B) to start a cold engine.
6. Turnthe ignition key (A, Figure 7) to the "START"
position until the engine starts.
NOTE: If after 5 seconds of cranking the engine doesnot
start, releasethe key,make sure the Clutch/BrakePedal is
fully depressed,and attempt starting again after waiting for
approximately 20 seconds.
Figure 7: Ignition key
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