Dixon 4500 Series - Manual (Page 23)

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (4518K):
1. Parking brake must be on, control levers swung out,
and blade drive disengaged.
2. Engage choke to full 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 to desired speed position.
5. Release parking brake.
6. Swing levers in.
7. Operate the mower per the “CONTROL” instructions on
Page 15.
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.
CAUTION Engage parking brake before starting engine.
4518K