Operation12Figure 71. Wheel2. Wheel bracket3. Locknut4. Wheel bolt1234Starting and Stoppingthe EngineStarting1. Sit down on the seat.2. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting theParking Brake, page 9.Note: The engine will not start unless you setthe parking brake or fully depress theclutch/brake pedal.3. Move the ground speed selector into neutral “N”(Fig. 8).4. Move the blade control (PTO) to“DISENGAGED” (Fig. 9).5. Move the throttle lever to “CHOKE” (Fig. 10).Note: An engine that has been running and iswarm may not require step 5.6. Turn the ignition key clockwise and hold it inthe “START” position (Fig. 11). When theengine starts, release the key.IMPORTANT: If the engine does not startafter 30 seconds of continuous cranking, turnthe ignition key to “OFF” and let the startermotor cool; refer to Troubleshooting,page NO TAG.7. After the engine starts, slowly move the throttlelever to “FAST” (Fig. 10). If the engine stalls orhesitates, move the throttle lever back to“CHOKE” for a few seconds. Then move thethrottle lever to “FAST.” Repeat this as required.Figure 81. Ground speedselectorFigure 91. Disengaged2. Engaged3. Blade control (PTO)Figure 101. Choke2. Fast3. SlowFigure 111. Start2. On3. Off1131233221