Powersmart B8621S Manuel D'instructions page 14

ENGINE START/STOP CONTROL
Engine start/stop Control
This lawn mower comes equipped with an engine start/stop control to
prevent unintentional starting and to ensure safe operation. Releasing this
lever will quickly stop the blade in case of danger. The lever must be actuated before
the lawn mower is started. When the engine start/stop lever is released, it must return
to its initial position.
Before you start mowing, you should run through this process several times in order
to ensure that the lever and actuator cables are working properly. Repeat the test
several times after the engine has started up. When the engine start/stop Control is
released, the engine must stop within a few seconds. If not, contact Customer Service.
Warning: The blade begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started.
START THE ENGINE
To start the engine, perform the following steps:
1. Check the oil and fuel levels.
2. For cold starting, slightly press the primer bulb one to three times. For hot starting, directly pull the
recoil starter handle.
3. Engage the engine Start/Stop Control and simultaneously pull on the recoil starter. Pull on the recoil starter
handle slowly until a slight resistance is felt, then pull quickly to start the engine.
Return cord gently into the recoil starter. Never allow the cord to snap back.
4. If engine fails to start, repeat step 3.
NOTE: After repeated failed attempts to start the engine, please consult the troubleshooting guide before
attempting again. If problems persist, please call customer service.
NOTE on't allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the
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starter.
STOP THE ENGINE
Release the engine start/stop control to stop the engine.
Drive control bar
DRIVE CONTROL BAR
If you press drive control bar the clutch for the drive will be closed and the lawn
mower will start to move with the engine running, Release the drive control bar in
good time to stop the moving lawn mower. Practice starting and stopping before you
use the mower for the first time until you are familiar with controlling the mower.
MOWING
The engine throttle on your mower has been preset to provide optimum bagging and mulching performance for
years to come.
Only use a sharp blade that is in good condition. This will prevent the grass blades from becoming frayed and the
lawn from turning yellow.
Mow in straight lines for a nice, clean look. The swaths should overlap each other by a few inches in order to
avoid stripes.
It's important to keep the underside of the mower deck clean and remove grass build-up. This buildup will
decrease mulching quality, and make it harder for the equipment to bag the grass.
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