As soon as the engine starts up, release the ignition key. The duration of starting up
must not exceed 10 seconds, otherwise there is danger of damage to the switch!
Never use fixed external starters to start the machine. This could damage the
electrical wiring. It is possible to connect a higher capacity 12V battery.
8) Push in the choke (depending on circumstances - ambient temperature, etc.).
9) Lower the speed of the motor, i.e. slowly move the throttle lever to the idle position (
Allow the engine to run several minutes before turning on the mowing deck.
Never leave a started engine running in a closed or poorly ventilated area. Exhaust fumes
contain gases that are harmful to your health.
Keep your hands, legs and clothing away from moving parts and the exhaust pipe.
10) Step on the forward drive pedal.
5.3 Turning off the engine
a) If the mowing deck is engaged, disengage it by pushing down the switch.
b) Turn off the engine by moving the key to position "STOP" and take the key out of the ignition.
If the engine is overheated, allow it to run for a while at minimum speed.
Never stop the engine by merely getting off the seat, while leaving the key in the ignition
in the position "ON" as this may result in an electrical defect.
Always turn the key to the "OFF" position and remove it from the ignition. This
will prevent an undesirable start up of the machine by an unauthorised person or children.
Before turning off the ignition lower the engine speed to slow for the event of self-
ignition. Not following this instruction may result in damage to the engine and exhaust.
Never disconnect the battery cables while the engine is running! This could
damage the engine regulator.
5.4 Engaging and disengaging the mowing deck
5.4.1 Engaging the mowing deck
} Move the throttle lever to position "MAX" ( ).
} Using the mowing deck elevation adjustment lever set the position of the mowing deck and thereby
the mowing height.
} Set the mowing deck engagement switch to position "ENGAGED".
Conditions for engaging the mowing deck:
- the driver is sitting in the seat of the machine
- the mowing deck elevation adjustment lever is not in the transport position
5.4.2 Disengaging the mowing deck
} Disengage the mowing deck by pushing down the engagement switch.
If the driver leaves the seat, the engine will automatically shut down and thereby the
rotation of the mowing blades also.
However, never turn off the mowing deck by simply leaving the seat. If you do not move
the key in the ignition from the position "ON" to position "STOP", then a part of the
electrical installation will still be live and this may result in it being damaged. Also the
motor hours counter remains activated.
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