Use and Care Manual

Operating - 22
OPERATING
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2. To turn sharply to the left, push right control lever (C) forward and pull
left control lever (D) rearward at the same time.
Right Turn
MX51457
1. To turn slightly to the right, push left control lever (D) further forward
than the right control lever (C).
MX51458
2. To turn sharply to the right, push left control lever (D) forward and pull
right control lever (C) rearward at the same time.
Starting the Engine
1. Sit on the operator seat.
2. Lock park brake.
3. Push the mower engagement knob down to disengage the mower.
4. Set both motion control levers to the start/shutdown position.
5. Move throttle lever to set engine speed:
• Cold start: Set throttle lever to the start position.
• Warm start: Set throttle lever to the mow position.
6. Turn key switch to the start position.
7. After engine starts, release key switch to the run position and move
throttle to mow position.
8. Allow the engine to warm up for 20 seconds.
9. Release park brake.
10. Set both motion control levers to the neutral position.
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C
C
D
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes contain
carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death.
Do not run an engine in an enclosed area, such as a garage, even
with doors or windows opened.
Move the machine to an outside area before running the engine.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Starter may be damaged if starter is
operated for more than 20 seconds at a time:
• Wait two minutes before trying again if engine does not start.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Unnecessary engine idling may
cause engine damage. Excessive idling can cause engine
overheating, carbon build-up, and poor performance.
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C