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1. STARTING ENGINE & STOPPING ENGINE
1.1 STARTING ENGINE
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Start the engine only when the operator is sitting on the operator's seat.
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Do not start the engine by short-circuiting the starter circuit. Doing so may cause
serious physical injury or fire.
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Before starting the engine, make sure no personnel or impediments are close to the
machine and honk the horn.
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Exhaust gas is toxic. When starting the engine in a narrow, enclosed place, pay due
attention to ventilation.
CAUTION
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If it is difficult to start the engine because the
temperature is low, perform the cold climate engine
starting operation.
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Do not start the engine by turning the fuel adjustment
dial to near the full rotation position (MAX). Engine
parts may be damaged.
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Do not keep the starter turned for more than 20
seconds. Doing so will accelerate the battery
discharge.
If the engine fails to start, wait for 2 minute before
retrying.
1. Confirm that the disconnect switch in the battery box is
turned to ON position.
If it is turned OFF, engine does not start.
2. Check that the lock lever (1) is in the lock position (L).The
engine does not start if the lock lever (1) is in the free
position (F).
NORMAL ENGINE START
1. Turn the fuel adjustment dial (2) to the low idling position
(MIN).
