6
OPERATION
6.4
STARTING/STOPPING ENGINE ______________________________________________
!
CAUTION
Always start and stop the engine when the mower is
on level ground. Keep feet away from blade when
starting engine.
Starting
1. Check oil level and fuel supply, then open fuel valve
lever (G).
2. Move the choke lever (F) to the CLOSED position.
3. Set engine switch (D) to ON.
4. Make certain the O.P.C. bail (C) is disengaged and
the parking brake (A) is engaged.
5. Select desired position for reel clutch lever (E).
To cut - engage reel clutch (E).
To transport - disengage reel clutch (E).
!
WARNING
To prevent bodily injury or property damage, never
engage the reel clutch lever while the engine is
running or the O.P.C. bail is engaged.
6. Start the engine. Do not allow the cord to snap back
into the starter. Do not tilt the mower back when
starting.
7. When engine starts, move choke lever (F) to the
OPEN
position.
Intermittent
required while engine is cold.
8. Allow engine to warm up gradually.
Stopping
1. To stop the engine, release the O.P.C. bail (C), and
set engine switch (D) to OFF position. Close fuel
valve (G).
2. Engage parking brake (A).
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choking
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D
F
OFF
G
A
E
Figure 6A
B
C
Figure 6B
Figure 6C