Operator`s manual

Operating - 13
OPERATING
Starting Engine
NOTE: Engine will not start unless mower is
disengaged and transmission is in neutral.
1. Disengage mower blades.
2. Lock the park brake.
3. Put transmission in neutral.
4. Check starting conditions:
Picture Note: Model 2046
•
If engine is cold:
On Model 2046, move throttle lever (A) to the half-speed
(
R
) position and pull out choke (
k
) knob (B). Gradually
push in the choke knob after the engine starts and
warms up.
On all other Models, move throttle lever (A) to the choke
(
k
) position.
•
If engine is warm:
On Model 2046, pull out choke (
k
) knob (B). Push
choke knob in as soon as the engine starts.
On all other Models, move throttle lever (A) to the half-
speed (
R
) position.
5. Turn key to start position (C) for no longer than five
seconds.
6. Release key to run position (D) when engine starts.
• If engine does not start, wait 10 seconds.
• Turn key to start position again for no longer than 5
seconds.
• Repeat procedure if necessary.
7. Let engine run at half-speed (
R
) position for a couple of
minutes to warm-up before operating machine.
Idling Engine
c
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes
contain carbon monoxide and can cause
serious illness or death.
Move the vehicle to an outside area before
running the engine.
DO NOT run an engine in an enclosed area
without adequate ventilation.
• Connect a pipe extension to the engine
exhaust pipe to direct the exhaust fumes out of
the area.
• Allow fresh outside air into the work area to
clear the exhaust fumes out.
A
B
A
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.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Unnecessary engine
idling may cause engine damage. Excessive idling
can cause engine overheating, carbon build-up, and
poor performance.
C
D