Operating Machine - Page 18
OPERATING MACHINE
Starting Engine
NOTE: Engine will not start unless: PTO switch is
DISENGAGED, park brake is LOCKED or brake
pedal pushed down. On GEAR model: The
transmission shift lever should be in N (NEUTRAL)
position.
1. On GEAR model: Move transmission shift lever (A) to
N (NEUTRAL) position.
Picture Note: Gear Model Shown
2. Lock the park brake (B).
3. Push PTO switch (C) down to DISENGAGE.
4. Pull choke knob (D) out to the ON (
k
) position.
5. Move throttle lever (E) to the HALF-SPEED (
R
)
position.
Picture Note: Automatic Model Shown
6. Turn key (F) to START position.
7. When engine starts, release key to RUN position.
8. Check starting conditions:
• If engine is COLD: Gradually return the choke to
the OFF position after the engine starts and warms
up. (See Cold Weather Starting in this section.)
• If engine is WARM: Return choke to the OFF
position as soon as the engine starts.
9. Let engine run for a couple of minutes to warm-up
before operating tractor.
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CAUTION: Start engine ONLY outdoors or in a
well ventilated place. Exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate starter more than 20
seconds at a time, or you may damage
it. If engine does not start: Wait two
minutes before you try again. See
Troubleshooting section.
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B
C
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D
F
