Lynx RADIEN Crossover E-TEC Series, Operator'S Manual

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BASIC PROCEDURES
Engine Starting Procedure
Procedure
1. Apply parking brake.
2. Recheck throttle control lever operation.
3. Put your helmet on.
4. Ensure that the tether cord cap is installed on the engine cut-off
switch and that the cord is attached to your clothing eyelet.
5. Ensure that the emergency engine stop switch is in the ON posi-
tion (up).
WARNING
Never depress throttle while starting engine.
6. Release parking brake.
NOTE: For an initial cold start, do not release parking brake. Perform
the VEHICLE WARM-UP procedure as explained below.
Manual Start Models
Grab rewind starter handle, pull handle slowly until a resistance is
felt, then hold handle firmly and pull vigorously to start engine.
NOTE: The maximum torque that can be transmitted to the engine
by the rewind starter is 80 N•m (59 lbf•ft). The maximum force that
can be exerted on the on the rope is 2 200 N (494.6 lbf).
Electric Start Models
600 EFI Engine
Turn the ignition key clockwise to engage the electric starter and start
the engine. Release the key immediately when engine has started.
E-TEC Engine
Depress the START/RER button to engage the electric starter and
start the engine. Release button immediately when engine has
started.
NOTICE
Do not engage electric starter for more than 10 sec-
onds at a time. A rest period should be observed between the
cranking cycles to allow electric starter to cool down.
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