Cub Cadet CC 600 Operation Manual - Page 10

Electric Starter Push Key (If Equipped) The electric starter push key is located on the right side of the upper handle. It is both a removable key and push button and is only provided on electric start models. NOTE: Removing the Electric Starter Push Key will not turn the engine off. It will only disable the "start" function of the unit. ON/OFF Switch The ON/OFF Switch is located on the electric starter housing and when pressed and held, will turn the engine OFF. Recoil Starter The recoil starter is located on the engine. Pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit. Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower. Refer to engine manual for help with the engine. Electric Start 1. Insert plastic electric start push key into starter housing located on the right side of upper handle until it snaps in place. See Figure 3-2. NOTE: Electric starter is equipped with an internal circuit breaker. If unit fails to start when starter button is depressed, wait one minute for breaker to reset, then attempt to start again. Recoil Start 1. Pull the recoil starter lightly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly to overcome compression, prevent kickback, and start the engine. Repeat if necessary. IMPORTANT: Do not allow the recoil starter to snap back against the rope guide. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter. Stopping Engine 1. Push and hold the ON/OFF switch until the mower engine stops. See Figure 3-3. ON/OFF Switch * Electric Start Model Shown Figure 3-3 2. Remove electric start push key if mower is to be left unattended, stored, or serviced (Electric Start units only). To remove key, grasp the top of the key and pull it straight up and out. Keep key in a safe place out of the reach of children. WARNING: Wait for the blade to stop completely before performing any work on the mower or to remove the grass catcher. Using Your Lawn Mower Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious injury to the operator, others, or the equipment. 1. Once the engine is running, press down on the lockout lever. See Figure 3-4. Figure 3-4 2. Pull the blade control back against the drive control. See Figure 3-4. 3. While continuing to hold the blade and drive controls together, push the drive control forward to propel mower. See Figure 3-5. The farther the control is pushed forward, the faster the mower will propel. Figure 3-2 2. Push the electric starter push key to start the engine. Figure 3-5 4. Once pressure is released from the control it will return to the neutral position and the drive will be disengaged. NOTE: For ease of use, while gripping the controls, simply lock your wrist and elbows and walk - the unit will automatically adjust to your speed. 10 Section 3 - Controls & Operation