Starting the Engine
1. Pull the blade control bar to the handle (Figure 13).
Figure 13
2. Turn the ignition key (electric-start models only)
(Figure 14) or pull the recoil start handle (Figure 15).
Figure 14
Figure 15
Note:
If the mower does not start, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Using the Self-propel Drive
To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your
hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your
sides, and the mower will automatically keep pace with
you (Figure 16).
Figure 16
Stopping the Engine
Release the blade control bar (Figure 17).
Important:
When you release the blade control
bar, the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If
it does not stop properly, stop using your mower
immediately and contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
Figure 17
Recycling the Clippings
Your mower comes from the factory ready to recycle the
grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer to
Removing the Grass Bag) before recycling the clippings.
If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it
and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the
Side Discharge Chute) before recycling the clippings.
Important:
Ensure that the rear discharge plug
is locked in place. To lock the plug: Raise the
discharge deflector (Figure 18), firmly push the
plug in until it snaps into place behind the tabs, and
rotate the lever on the plug to the left (Figure 19).
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