Manual

_, WARNING: NEVER assume starter is in
the de-energized mode, even if the key is in
the locked position and or removed from the
engine. ALWAYS de-energize starter prior to
performing any maintenance or service to the
engine and or mower. Follow instructions on
the engine and or machine to de-energize
starter.
_ Blade Control
Stav_er Contr°l_'f(,._ \_'
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1. Check oil level and add fuel, ifnecessary.
2. Open shutoffvalve (if equipped) 1/4turn.
3. Turn safety key 1/4 turn clockwise to RUN position.
4. Firmly push primer bulb 3 times (For a cold engine
only!).
5. While standing at upper handle, depress the starter
control lever with the thumb of your right hand.
6. Using your left hand, pull the blade control bar all
the way toward the upper handle. See Figure 11.
Starter will de-energize and engine will start.
(NOTE: If engine does not start, release blade
control bar and follow steps 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 in
the "First Time Starting Engine" instructions.)
NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to the
Trouble Shooting Guide for helpful information.
ToStopEngineandBlade
l_ WARNING: The blade will continue to
rotate for three seconds after the blade
control bar is released.
1. Release safety blade control bar (the start control
lever will automatically return to the off!up position),
engine and blade will stop within a few seconds.
NOTE: Engine may stop with a ratcheting sound. This
sound is the self starter being reactivated/energized for
the next start.
2. Turn safety key 1/4 turn counterclockwise to LOCK
position. Remove key and store in a safe place.
To
De-EnergizeSelfStarter
Remove spark plug wire from spark plug.
Turn safety key to RUN position (1/4 turn
clockwise).
While standing in the operating position, depress
the starter control lever fully with the thumb of your
right hand.
Using your left hand, pull the blade control bar all
the way toward the upper handle. (Release lever
and wait until blade and starter stop rotating).
Release safety blade control handle (the start
control lever will automatically return to the off/up
position).
Remove safety key.
NOTE: Engine will crank over upon actuating
equipment starting controls, but will not spark if spark
plug wire was removed from spark plug as described
above. Once engine has stopped cranking, self starter
is de-energized.
_ WARNING: Self Starting System: If these
instructions are not followed, amputation or
severe laceration can result.
ALWAYS disconnect spark plug, de-energize
starter, lock and remove safety key BEFORE
performing ANY service to the engine or mower.
DO NOT attempt any maintenance or repairs to the
self starter.
NEVER assume starter isde-energize, even if key
is in LOCK AND REMOVE position and/or removed
from engine.
IMPORTANT: BEFORE removing grass or other debris
from under mower deck; BEFORE changing oil, air filter
or spark plug; BEFORE removing blade for servicing;
BEFORE performing any other service to engine or
mower; BEFORE transporting mower-ALWAYS DE-
ENERGIZE SELF STARTER.
NOTE: See your engine manual packed with your unit
for more detailed instructions.
UsingYourLawnMower
You can use your mower as a mulcher or a rear
bagger or for side discharge of grass.
Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire,
or other objects which could damage lawn mower
or engine. Such objects could be accidentty thrown
by the mower in any direction and cause serious
personal injury to the operator and others.
For best results, do not cut wet grass because it
tends to stick to the underside of the mower.
For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less
of the total length of the grass. Lawn should be
trimmed in fall as long as there is growth.
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