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Operation
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Driving
• Always start and run the engine in a well ventilated place.
• Always make certain of the safety of your surroundings when starting the
engine.
• An engine that has been running is very hot. Avoid touching the engine and its
ancillaries, or severe burns may result.
• Do not open engine cover while engine is running.
• Do not turn the starter when the engine is running. Starter motor and/or the
engine may be damaged.
• Do not turn the starter for more than 15 seconds. If the engine does not start,
wait for 30 seconds or more before attempting to start again.
• Do not use this machine in temperatures above 40ºC or below -15ºC. This
machine cannot perform adequately in these temperature ranges. Using this
machine under such conditions may result in an accident or cause damage to
the machine.
• In the winter or cold climate, warm up the engine thoroughly before driving
the machine. A cold engine delivers poor performance, which may result in an
accident. It also causes excessive wear.
• Do not use this product in dusty places such as desert. Dust may clog the air
cleaner or enter the engine, which may reslt in loss of performance and an
accident. It also causes excessive wear.
Starting
