Great Dane Chariot / Chariot LX GDRZ61-27KHE - Manual (Page 23)

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OPERATING
Engaging Mower
1. Adjust mower deck to desired cutting height.
2. Start engine.
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3. Move throttle lever to the 1/2- to 3/4-throttle position.
4. Unlock the park brake.
5. Move both motion control levers to the neutral position.
NOTE: In cold weather or with a new machine, it may
be necessary to engage the choke at the same time as
the PTO knob to prevent the engine from stalling.
6. Pull PTO knob (A) up to engage mower deck.
7. Move throttle lever to full-throttle position.
NOTE: The travel speed and turn rate will vary with the
amount that the control levers are moved.
8. Push motion control levers forward slowly. Mow at a safe
travel speed.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the motion control levers to the neutral detent
position (standard levers) or neutral lock position (optional
“over the lap” levers).
2. Lock the park brake.
3. Push PTO switch down to disengage.
4. Move throttle lever to 1/4-throttle position and run for 30
seconds, then move throttle to slow position.
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5. Turn key switch to STOP position (A).
6. Remove key.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Clear mowing area of
all bystanders when operating this machine.
Thrown objects could cause serious injury or
death.
Keep hands and feet away from blades and
discharge opening.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To help prevent
damage to the PTO clutch:
• Do not engage PTO with throttle in the fast
position.
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IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To help prevent engine
backfiring, throttle lever should be set at the 1/4-
throttle position and run for 30 seconds prior to
stopping the engine.
Do not stop engine when mower is on a slope of
more than 30° for an extended period of time. Oil
may run through valve train into carburetor and
muffler.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Children or bystanders
may attempt to move or operate an unattended
machine.
Always lock the park brake and remove the key
before leaving the machine unattended.
STOP
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