Yard-Man 53AA1A3G401 - Manual (Page 7)

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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR Z-SERIES
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position.
Figure 1
WARNING: Be familiar with all controls
and their proper operation. Know how to
stop the machine and disengage them
quickly.
Right Control Panel
Ignition/Light Switch
The ignition/light switch is located on the right control
panel and it is used to start the engine. Insert key into
the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START
position. Release key to the ON position once engine
has fired.The ignition switch is also used to operate the
headlights when the switch is in the ON/LIGHT position.
See Figure 1 and Figure 2.
Hour Meter
The hour meter is located on the right control panel and
the meter’s display stays on continuously. The hour
value is the number of hours of engine’s operation. Use
the hour value to determine when maintenance is
required. See Figure 1 and Figure 2.
Figure 2
Throttle Lever and
Choke Lever
Indicator Panel
Brake
Pedal
Parking
Brake Pedal
Right Control
Panel
Drive Handles
Speed Control
Bar
Lift Handle
Front
Hour Meter
Ignition/Light Switch
PTO Switch
Start
On/
Light
On
Off