White Outdoor 693 - Manual (Page 13)

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1. Place the lift lever in the BLADES STOP
position.
2. Depress the clutch-brake pedal and set the
parking brake.
3. Place the hydrostatic control lever in the
NEUTRAL (N) position.
4. Set the throttle control in the FAST position.
5. Pull out the choke control (a warm engine may
not require choking).
6. Turn the ignition key to the right to the START
position. After the engine starts, release the key.
It will return to the ON position.
NOTE: Protect the starter life by using short
starting cycles of several seconds. Cranking more
than 15 seconds per minute can damage the starter
motor.
7. Push choke knob in gradually. Move the throttle
control to desired engine speed.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to the left to the OFF position.
Remove the key to prevent accidental starting.
IMPORTANT: If you strike a foreign object, stop
the engine. Remove wire from spark plug,
thoroughly inspect the unit for any damage, and
repair the damage before restarting and operating
the mower.
NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to
the Trouble Shooting Guide.
OPERATING THE LAWN TRACTOR
1. Move throttle control to full throttle to prevent
strain on the engine and to operate the cutting
blades.
2. Depress the clutch-brake pedal so the parking
brake is released, and then release the clutch-
brake pedal.
3. Place the hydrostatic control lever in either the
FORWARD or REVERSE position. The farther
forward you move the hydrostatic control lever,
the faster you will travel.
WARNING: Look to the rear before
backing up.
To stop the lawn tractor, pull the hydrostatic control
lever into NEUTRAL (N) or depress the clutch-brake
pedal.
Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire,
or other objects which could damage lawn tractor or
engine. For best results and to insure more even
grass distribution, do not mow when lawn is
excessively wet.
WARNING: Before leaving the
operator’s position for any reason,
disengage the blades, place the hydrostatic
control lever in neutral, engage the parking
brake, shut engine off and remove the key.
When stopping the unit to empty a grass bag, etc.,
follow the instructions above. This procedure will
also eliminate ‘‘browning’’ the grass, which is caused
by hot exhaust gases from a running engine.
GRASS COLLECTOR AVAILABLE
Grass Collector Model 190-063-000 is available as
optional equipment.
WARNING: The mower should not be
operated without the entire grass catcher
or chute deflector in place.
NOTE: Under normal usage bag material is
subject to wear, and should be checked periodically.
Be sure to use only factory authorized replacement
bag.
SECTION 8: ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug
wires and ground against the engine
before performing any adjustments, repairs
or maintenance.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the position of the seat, move the seat
adjustment lever (located under the seat) to the left
and slide the seat forward or backwards. See Figure
14. Make sure seat is locked into one of the six
adjustment positions before operating the lawn
tractor.