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OPERATION
Starting the Engine
NOTICE:
Engaging the starter when the engine is running WILL result in serious
engine damage, especially if the transmission is in reverse. Never
engage the starter when the engine is running.
1. Turn the fuel valve on. See
page 27.
2. Turn the key to the ON
position.
3. Pull the engine stop switch
up to the RUN position.
4. If starting a cold engine,
flip the choke toggle to
FULL CHOKE. Do not use
the choke if starting a warm
engine. Do not depress the
throttle until the engine
starts.
CAUTION!
To avoid injury and/or engine damage, do not operate the electric
starter or pull-rope starter while the engine is running.
NOTICE:
Don't pull the starter rope to the fully extended position and don't allow
it to snap back into the housing. Damage may result.
5. If equipped with electric start, turn the key to START to crank the
engine. Release the key to the ON position when the engine starts.
6. If not equipped with electric start, grasp the starter handle and pull
slowly until the recoil engages; then pull abruptly to crank the
engine.
7. Repeat the cranking procedure as needed until the engine starts.
8. After the engine starts, flip the choke toggle to the OFF position. If
the engine slows or wants to stop, use intermittent choking to the
HALF CHOKE position.
CHOKE POSITIONS
OFF
1/2 CHOKE
FULL CHOKE
