Exmark Phazer PHZ19KA343 - Manual (Page 17)

Operation
Pull each lever rearward and outward to lock. Pull
each lever inward and push forward to reset. Do Not
tow machine.
PTO Engagement Switch
Located right of center on the console (left side of
ignition switch).
Switch must be pulled out to the “ROTATE”
position to engage the blades. Switch is pushed in to
the “STOP” position to stop the blades.
Pre-Start
Fill fuel tanks. For best results use only clean, fresh
regular grade unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
of 87 or higher. Regular grade leaded gasoline may
also be used; however, combustion chamber and
cylinder head will require more frequent service. See
Engine Owner’s Manual.
Do Not add oil to gasoline.
Do Not overfill fuel tank. Never fill the fuel tank so
that the fuel level rises above a level that is 1/2 inch
(13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck to allow
for fuel expansion and prevent fuel spillage.
Make sure you understand the controls, their
locations, their functions, and their safety
requirements.
Refer to the Maintenance section and perform all the
necessary inspection and maintenance steps.
Operating Instructions
Open the Fuel Shut-Off Valve
The fuel shut off valve is located under the seat in the
fuel line between the left fuel tank and the engine.
Rotate the valve 1/4 turn counterclockwise to turn
on fuel.
Starting the Engine
1. Move the motion control levers out to the neutral
lock position.
2. Pull up and back on the parking brake lever to
engage the parking brake.
3. Push in on the PTO switch to the “STOP”
position.
Note: It is not necessary for the operator to be
in the seat to start the engine.
4. Place the throttle midway between the “SLOW”
and “FAST” positions.
5. On a cold engine, push the choke lever forward
into the “ON” position.
On a warm engine, leave the choke in the “OFF”
position.
6. Turn ignition switch to the “START” position.
Release the switch as soon as the engine starts.
Important: Do Not crank the engine
continuously for more than ten seconds at a
time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60
second cool-down period between starting
attempts. Failure to follow these guidelines
can burn out the starter motor.
7. If the choke is in the “ON” position, gradually
return choke to the “OFF” position as the engine
warms up.
Engaging the PTO
DANGER
The rotating blades under the mower deck
are dangerous. Blade contact can cause
serious injury or kill you.
Do Not put hands or feet under the mower
or mower deck when the blades are engaged.
DANGER
An uncovered discharge opening will allow
objects to be thrown in an operator’s or
bystander’s direction. Also, contact with the
blade could occur. Thrown objects or blade
contact can cause serious injury or death.
Never operate the mower with the discharge
deflector raised, removed, or altered unless
there is a grass collection system or mulch
kit in place and working properly.
The PTO push-pull switch engages the cutting blades.
Be sure that all persons are clear of the mower deck
and discharge area before engaging PTO.
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