Starting the Engine
1, Sit on the seat,
2, Raise the mower deck by pushing the release button on
the top of the lifting lever, Pull the lifting lever backward to
the locked (transport) position,
5, Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer)
neutral position,
3,
Activate the park brake by pushing the release button in
and pulling the lever fully upwards,
6, Move the throttle to the middle position_
7, If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pulled
up to its extent,
4,
Disengage the mower blades by pressing the blade
switch downwards,
,_ WARNING! Engine exhaust and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive system damage.
The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is a
odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Do not use the machine
in enclosed spaces.