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Figure 17
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2. Off
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Raise the ROPS up and lock them into place. Sit on the
seat and fasten the seat belt (Step 1 in Figure 18).
2. Move the motion controls to the neutral locked
position (Step 2 in Figure 18).
3. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking Brake
(page 18) (Step 3 in Figure 18).
4. Move the blade control switch (PTO) to the Off
position (Step 4 in Figure 18).
5. Move the throttle lever midway between the Slow and
Fast positions (Step 5 in Figure 18).
6. Turn the ignition key to the Start position (Figure 19).
When the engines starts, release the key.
Important: Do not engage starter for more than 5
seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, allow
a 15 second cool-down period between attempts.
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