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required to start the engine. After the engine is warm, the choke should not be required in
most cases. Refer to the engine symbols below for definitions
Engine Symbols
Fuel selected
allowing gravity
feed of gasoline
to the
carburetor
Fuel valve to
this position
turns the fuel to
the carburetor
off
In this position,
the choke is in
the normal
“RUN” mode
To aid in cold
starting the
engine. Return
to choke OFF
position when
started
Run fast mode
increasing the
engine RPM the
farther toward
this position
Idle or slow mode
decreasing engine
RPM the farther
Fuel On
Fuel Off
Choke off
Choke On
toward this position
The oil level sensor will stop the engine and flash the LED beside this
symbol when the oil level gets too low. The engine won’t restart
without adding oil. If the engine is tilted too much during operation,
it may suddenly stop even though the oil level is not too low.
Recoil Start (Pull Start)
1.
First turn the fuel valve to the ON position by aligning the fuel valve knob with this
symbol.
2.
Next, turn the engine ignition switch to the ON position. This position breaks the
ignition electrical path to Ground and allows spark at the spark plug when the engine is
turning over.
3.
Firmly grasp the recoil starter rope handle and with strength pull to full extent. Repeat
as required and also apply the manual choke as required to start engine.
4.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition switch back to the off position.