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IMPORTANT:
For maximum performance
and operating life, allow the engine to warm
before use.
1.
Run the engine at idle speed until operating
temperature is reached (2-3 minutes).
2.
As the engine warms, open the choke
gradually by slowly pushing the choke
control in to the fully retracted position.
3. The machine should now be ready for use.
To start a warm engine:
Follow these instructions to start a warm
engine.
1.
Holding the machine handle firmly with
your right hand, pull the starter cord slowly
until you feel the starter engage.
2.
Start the machine by pulling the starter
cord upward rapidly.
If the engine does not start repeat the
appropriate starting procedures for “warm” or
“cold” engine. If the engine will not start, follow
the “Starting a Flooded Engine” procedure
below.
Starting a Flooded Engine
Follow these instructions to start a flooded
engine.
1.
Disconnect the spark plug lead and use
the spark plug wrench supplied to remove
the plug in a counter-clockwise direction.
2.
If the spark plug is fouled or is soaked with
fuel, clean or replace the plug as required.
3.
Turn the product so that the spark plug
hole is aimed at the ground.
4.
Clear excess fuel from the combustion
chamber by cranking the engine several
times while the spark plug is removed.
5.
Install the spark plug and firmly tighten it
with the spark plug wrench supplied. DO
NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
6.
Reconnect the spark plug lead.
Adjusting Engine Idle Speed
Follow these instructions to adjust engine idle
speed.
1.
Start the engine by following the
procedures described on the preceding
pages.
2.
Run the engine at idle speed until
operating temperature is reached
(2-3 minutes).
3.
Use a screwdriver to adjust the engine idle
speed to 2300-2500 rpm.
–
Turn the idle screw clockwise to increase
engine idle speed.
–
Turn the idle screw counter-clockwise to
decrease engine speed.
Incorrect spark plug installation can
result in serious engine damage.
WARNING:
Machine tubes and intake cover must
be installed while adjusting engine idle
speed. Engine idle speed will also be
affected if either the intake cover or
machine tubes are blocked, damaged
or incorrectly installed.
WARNING:
Starting the Product
– continued
Idle Speed
Adjustment Screw
(accessible through
cowl louvre).
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