Choke Control
The choke control is located below and to the right of
the operator’s seat. To start a cold engine, pull the choke
control outward (Figure 16). After the engine starts,
regulate the choke to keep the engine running smoothly.
As soon as possible, push the control in to the Off
position. A warm engine requires little or no choking.
Figure 16
1.
Choke
2.
Gear shift selector
Gear Shift Selector
The gear shift selector has three positions: Forward,
Reverse, and Neutral (Figure 16). The gear shift selector
must be in Neutral to start the engine.
Note:
If the gear shift selector is in Reverse when the
ignition is turned on, a buzzer will sound to warn the
operator.
Important:
Always stop the vehicle before
changing gears.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch (Figure 17), used to start and stop
the engine, has three positions: On, Off, and Start.
Rotate the key clockwise to the Start position to start the
engine. When the engine starts, release the key. When
the vehicle is stopped, rotate the key counterclockwise
to the Off position to stop the engine. Remove the key
from the ignition.
Figure 17
1.
Ignition switch
4.
Oil light
2.
Hour meter
5.
Power Point
3.
Light switch
6.
Horn Button
Hour Meter
The hour meter (Figure 17) indicates the total number
of hours the engine has run.
Oil Light
The oil light warns the operator if the engine oil level
drops below a safe level (Figure 17). If the light comes
on and remains lit, the oil level should be checked and
oil added if necessary; refer to Checking the Engine Oil
in Operation , page 20.
Note:
The oil light may flicker. This is normal and no
action needs to be taken.
Light Switch
Toggle the switch to activate the headlights. Push to
turn the lights on (Figure 17).
Power Point
Use the power point to power 12 volt optional electrical
accessories (Figure 17).
Horn Button
Press the horn button to sound the horn (Figure 17).
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge (Figure 18) shows the amount of fuel
in the tank.
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