8
OPERATION
TO START ENGINE
MEANING OF THE SYMBOLS
............................. CHOKE
............................... FAST
............................. SLOW
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Move engine control lever to "CHOKE" position.
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Grasp starter grip as illustrated and pull slowly until
resistance is felt.
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Then pull cord rapidly to overcome compression. Do
not allow starter rope to snap back.
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Repeat if necessary with engine control lever in
"FAST" position.
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When engine starts, move engine control off choke
position to desired speed.
TIPS
To obtain best starting performance:
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Start, store and fuel engine in a level position.
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DO NOT use pressurized starting fluids as severe
internal engine damage may occur due to loss of
lubrication.
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Restart a warm engine with engine control lever in
"FAST" position.
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To improve cool weather starting (40 °F), see
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section (page14).
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
FUEL
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Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
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Do not overfill tank. Allow approximately 1/4 in. of
tank space for fuel expansion.
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Do not mix oil with gasoline.
WARNING:
Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (cal-
led gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while storage.
T o
avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain
the fuel tank, start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh gaso-
line next season. See STORAGE Instructions for
additional information. Never use engine carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.
OIL
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API
service classification SF or SG. Select the oil´s SAE
viscosity grade according to your expected operating
temperature:
Note:
Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30
etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-
viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption
when used above 32 °F. Check your engine oil level
more frequently to avoid possible engine damage
from running low on oil.
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Be sure that engine is level.
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Remove oil dipstick.
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Fill with recommended oil, to "FULL" mark on dipstick.
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Pour slowly and do not overfill.(Capacity is approxi-
mately 1.25 pints of oil.)
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Replace oil dipstick and tighten securely.
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Check oil before each use. Add if needed.