Dixon 4000 Series - Manual (Page 21)

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Parking brake must be on, and blade drive disengaged.
2. Move throttle control to “choke” position if engine is cold,
full throttle if warm.
3. Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position. When
engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to
“run” position.
4. Move throttle from “choke” to desired speed position.
5. Release parking brake.
6. Operate the mower per the “CONTROL” instructions on
Page 16.
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area
due to the harmful exhaust gas produced.
Note: When mowing, “blade(s) engaged”, throttle control must be set
to the MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling
of the engine and to maintain mower deck blade speed.