Operating Instructions22CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, ANDFUNCTIONIgnition SwitchThe ignition switch is located on the right front of thebody and is used to start and stop the engine. Theswitch has three positions: “O” is the OFF position,RUN is the position the key returns to after starting,and “S” is the START position. When starting theengine, turn the key clockwise to the “S” position. Donot hold the key in the “S” position longer than 10seconds. If the engine does not start, return the keyto the “O” position for at least 60 seconds beforemaking a restart attempt. Prolonged cranking candamage the starter motor and shorten battery life.Release the key when the engine starts, and it willreturn to the RUN position. To stop the engine, rotatethe key counterclockwise to the “O” position.Ignition SwitchCAUTIONBefore operating the mower, become fa-miliar with the location and function of alloperator controls. Knowing the location,function, and operation of these controlsis important for safe and efficient opera-tion of the mower.STARTONOFFOperating ControlsThrottleSteeringLeversIgnitionSwitchBlade Clutch(PTO)BodyLatchForward SpeedControl (FSC)HourmeterChoke(not visible)ParkingBrake
