Page 19
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
ITEM 61614
SAFETY
Op
ERA
TION
M
AINTENANCE
SETU
p
5. Allow the Engine to run for several seconds.
Then, if the Choke Knob is in
the pulled-out START position,
push the Choke Knob in very slowly
to its RUN position.
Note:
Moving the Choke Knob too
fast could stall the engine.
IMpORTANT:
Allow the engine to run at no load for five minutes
after each start-up so that the engine can stabilize.
6. Adjust the Throttle as needed.
Break-in period:
a. Breaking-in the engine will help to ensure proper equipment and engine operation.
b. The operational break-in period will last about 3 hours of use. During this period:
• Do not apply a heavy load to the equipment.
• Do not operate the engine at its maximum speed.
c. The maintenance break-in period will last about 20 hours of use.
• Change the engine oil after this period.
Under normal operating conditions subsequent maintenance follows
the schedule explained in the MAINTENANCE section.
Stopping the Engine
1. To stop the engine in an emergency,
turn the Key to OFF.
2. Under normal conditions, use the following procedure:
a. Slide the Throttle or Speed Control
Lever to SLOW (the “turtle”).
b. Turn the Key to OFF.
c. Close the Fuel Valve, if equipped.
NOTICE
Drain fuel at end of season
or warranty is void.
See Storage on page 23 for
complete storage instructions.
5
ON
OFF
START
