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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
General
This vehicle has five-forward gears.
Engine can be started in any gear (from
1 to 5).
Transmission must be on NEUTRAL or
pull in the clutch lever to allow engine
starting.
Initial Cold Starting
Insert key in ignition switch and turn to
ON.
Place the engine stop switch to run po-
sition.
In severe cold weather, colder than
- 20°C (- 4°F), move the choke lever to
full position.
Press star button and hold until engine
starts.
CAUTION:
Do not hold start button
more than 4 seconds. A rest period
should be observed between the
cranking cycles to let starter cool
down. Pay attention not to discharge
battery.
Release start button immediately
when engine has started.
After a few minutes, move the lever to
half position.
NOTE:
Overusing choke may flood en-
gine and make it hard to start. Refer to
SPECIAL PROCEDURES if it occurs.
When the engine is warm, move the
choke lever to OFF and release brakes.
UNDER SEAT, ON THE LH SIDE
1. Off position
2. Half position
3. Full position
WARNING
Do not apply throttle while start-
ing.
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