OPERATION 5
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5.4 STARTING THE ENGINE ____________________________________________________
Start the engine with the operator in the seat, the mow switch (A) in the
OFF position and the parking brake switch (B) in the ON position.
Remove your foot from the traction pedal. Always wear the seat belt.
Set the throttle lever to half throttle.
Turn the ignition switch (C) to the RUN position. The display (D) will
turn on.
Turn the ignition switch to the START position. Release the key when
the engine starts. Allow 30 seconds between start tries to allow the
starter motor to become cool.
NOTE. There can be a time delay before the engine starts, it depends
on the engine temperature while the glow plugs operate automatically.
When the engine starts, all of the warning lights will turn off. Allow the
engine to become warm before you operate the engine at full throttle.
5.5 TO STOP THE ENGINE _____________________________________________________
To stop and park the mower in normal conditions:
1. Turn the mow switch to the OFF position. Drive the mower to a flat and level area to park the mower.
2. Remove your foot from the traction pedal.
3. Lower the cutting units to the ground. Turn the parking brake switch to the ON position.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key before you leave the operator seat.
If an emergency occurs and you must park the mower in the area of operation, follow the guidelines set by the grounds
manager. If the mower is parked on a slope, chock or block the wheels.
NOTICE
Do not hold the ignition switch in the START position for more
than 10 seconds. After 10 seconds, the start circuit is disabled.
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position to set the start circuit
again.
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