Poulan 172787 User Manual - Page 9

OPERATION The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL MODELS WITH REMOTE THROTTLE Engine speed is controlled by the throttle control located on the upper handle. • Move lever forward to FAST engine speed for starting and better bagging. • Move lever backward for SLOW engine speed. • Some models have engines equipped with a choke feature. Move the lever all the way forward to the CHOKE position when starting a cold engine. BRIGGS & STRATTON CLASSIC or SPRINT ENGINE MOUNTED SPEED CONTROL Spark plug Primer (if equipped) Engine speed control lever BRIGGS & STRATTON QUANTUM ENGINE MOUNTED SPEED CONTROL Engine speed control lever Primer (if equipped) FAST SLOW CHOKE (START) TECUMSEH ENGINE MOUNTED SPEED CONTROL Engine speed control lever Remote throttle control MODELS WITH ENGINE MOUNTED SPEED CONTROL The engine speed is controlled by a lever located at the carburetor on the engine. HIGH or FAST position is for starting engine, normal cutting and better grass bagging. LOW or SLOW position is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy. Primer (if equipped) MODELS WITH FIXED SPEED ENGINES Engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance. Engine speed is not adjustable. 9