f) Start up the engine by moving the ignition key to position "Start engine". After starting the engine,
release the key. The key will automatically return to the position "Ignition on"
As soon as the engine starts up, release the ignition key. The duration of starting up must
not exceed 10 seconds, otherwise there is danger of damage to the switch!
Never use fixed external starters to start the machine. This could damage the
electrical wiring. It is possible to connect a higher capacity 12V battery.
g) Push in the choke (only on machines with a two-cylinder engine)
h) Slowly move the throttle lever to position "MIN"
Allow the engine to run several minutes before turning on the mowing deck.
- Never leave a started engine running in a closed or poorly ventilated area. Exhaust fumes
contain gases that are harmful to your health.
- Keep your hands, legs and clothing away from moving parts and the exhaust.
5.2.1 EMERGENCY TRAVEL SYSTEM
The machine is equipped with a special emergency travel system that makes it possible to start the
engine in an emergency and drive the machine back in the event of some kind of malfunction of the
machine's electrical system that prevents the machine from being started after meeting all the starting
conditions, see above.
Procedure for activating the emergency travel system:
sit on the seat
push down the brake pedal
set the key in the switch box to position "ignition on" (electrical circuits connected)
Press the R button 5 times
Subsequently, it is possible to start the machine and to drive to a location for transport to a service
centre. It is not possible to engage the mowing deck when in the emergency travel mode!
5.3 TURNING OFF THE ENGINE
a) Move the throttle lever to position "MIN".
b) If the mowing deck is activated, deactivate it by pushing down the switch.
c) Turn off the engine by moving the key to position "STOP" and take the key out of the ignition.
If the engine is overheated, allow it to run for a while at minimum speed.
- Never stop the engine by merely getting off the seat, while leaving the key in the
ignition in the position "ON" as this may result in an electrical defect.
- Always turn the key to the "OFF" position and remove it from the ignition. This will
prevent an undesirable start up of the machine by an unauthorised person or children.
- Before turning off the ignition, lower the engine speed to slow for the event of self-
ignition. Not following this instruction may result in damage to the engine and exhaust.
- Never disconnect the battery cables while the engine is running! This could damage
the engine regulator.
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