10. If engine does not start by the second
pull, repeat steps 5, 6, 7,8 and 9.
Second Time Starting Engine
NOTE: Follow these instructions if the
self starter is already in the energized
mode.
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 ser-
vice to the engine and/or mower.
Follow instructions on the engine
and/or
machine
starter.
1. Check oil and fuel level and add if neces-
sary.
2. Open shut off valve (if equipped)
1/4 turn.
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 and hold the starter
control button with the thumb of
your right hand.
6. Using your left hand, pull the
blade control handle all the way
toward the upper handle. See
Figure 5. Starter will de-energize
and engine will start.
(NOTE: If engine does not start, re-
lease the blade control handle and
follow steps 5, 6, 7,8 and 9 in the "First
Time Starting Engine" instructions.)
NOTE: If any problems are encoun-
tered, refer to the Trouble Shooting
Guide for helpful information.
To Stop Engine And Blade
1. Release safety blade control handle (the
start control button will automatically re-
turn to the off/up position), engine and
blade will stop within a few seconds.
NOTE:
Engine
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-energize
may
stop
with
3. Disconnect and ground the spark plug
wire as instructed in the separate engine
manual to prevent accidental starting
while equipment is unattended.
WARNING: The blade will continue
to rotate for three seconds after the
blade control lever is released.
To De-Energize Self Starter
Remove spark plug wire from spark plug.
•
Turn safety key to RUN position (1/4 turn
•
clockwise).
While standing in the operating position, de-
•
press the starter control button fully with the
thumb of your right hand.
Using your left hand, pull the control handle
•
all the way toward the upper handle.
Release button.
•
NOTE: Engine will crank over upon ac-
tuating equipment starting controls, but
will not start if spark plug wire was re-
moved 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 is de-energize, even
•
if key is in LOCK AND REMOVE position
and/or removed from engine.
BEFORE removing grass or other debris
•
from under mower deck; BEFORE changing
oil, air filter or spark plug; BEFORE remov-
ing blade for servicing; BEFORE performing
any other service to engine or mower; BE-
F O R E
DE-ENERGIZE SELF STARTER.
ALWAYS lock and remove safety key and
•
store in a safe place until next use. The
safety key is designed and intended to be
removed from engine when not in use. Re-
a
moving key will prevent unsupervised or
unexpected starting of mower by children or
unsuspecting adults. The safety key must be
in the locked position before it can be re-
moved.
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