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Think Safety First
Carefully read all the safety instructions and decals
in the safety section. Knowing this information could
help you or any bystanders avoid injury.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, hearing,
feet and head is recommended.
This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85
dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
Starting the Engine
1. Connect the wire(s) to the spark plug(s).
2. Open the fuel valve.
3. Lock both motion control levers in neutral.
4. Move the throttle control to run and pull the choke
knob to the on position before starting a cold engine.
(The Ninja’s choke position is just above the Run
position.)
Note:
A warm or hot engine may not require
choking. To start a warm engine, move throttle
control midway between the run and slow positions.
Turn the ignition key to the start position to energize
the starter. When the engine starts, release the key.
Note:
Do Not
engage the starter for more than 5
seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, allow
for a 15 second cool-down period between attempts.
Failure to follow these instructions can burn out the
starter motor.
When engine starts, move the throttle control
between the run and slow position. On electric start
models push the choke lever to the off position.
Allow the engine to warm up and then move the
throttle control to the run position.
Stopping the Engine
Move the motion control levers to the neutral
position.
Move the throttle lever to slow.
If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let the
engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning the
engine off.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key to Off.
Important:
Make sure fuel shut off valve is closed
before transporting or storing the machine, as fuel
leakage may occur. Before storing the machine, pull
the wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of
accidental starting.
Moving Forward or Backward
The throttle control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the
throttle control in the Run position for best
performance. Always operate in the full throttle
position when mowing.
• Machine can spin very rapidly. Operator may lose
control of machine and cause personal injury or
damage to machine.
• Use caution when making turns.
• Slow the machine down before making sharp turns.
Moving Forward
1. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the
Parking Brake in Operation.
2. To go forward, slowly push the motion control
levers forward.
3. To go straight, apply equal pressure to both motion
control levers.
4. To turn, move the motion control lever toward
neutral in the direction you want to turn. The more
you move the motion control levers in either
direction, the faster the machine will move in that
direction.
5. To stop, pull the motion control levers back to the
neutral position.
Note:
Always be sure to release the parking brake
before engaging motion control levers.
Moving Backward
1. To go backward, slowly pull the motion control
levers rearward.
2. To go straight, apply equal pressure to both motion
control levers.
3. To turn, release pressure on the motion control lever
toward the direction you want to turn.
4. To stop, push the motion control levers to the
neutral position.
Stopping the Machine
To stop the machine, move the motion control levers
to the neutral position, disengage the blade
engagement control lever (PTO), and turn the
ignition key to Off. Engage parking brake.
Remember to remove the key from the ignition
switch.
