Idling the Engine

Unnecessary engine idling may cause engine or transmission damage. Excessive idling can cause engine overheating, carbon build-up, and poor performance.

Idling or low throttle operation while mowing, climbing hills, or towing could result in transmission overheating. always operate at full throttle once the engine is warm.

Do not operate machine with hood open. Hood must be closed for proper engine cooling and exhaust.

• Engine is air cooled and needs a large volume of air to keep cool. Keep air intake screen on top of engine clean.
• Keep hood closed when engine is idling.