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4.5- Starting the engine
1. Turn the fuel valve (a) ON
Fig.11
2. Completely close the choke lever (14)
Fig.12
Remark: do not use the choke if the engine is warm or
the ambient temperature is high
3. Turn the engine switch (5) to ON position.
Fig.13
4. Move the throttle lever downward slightly, just past
the idle position.
Fig.14
5. Operate the recoil starter (6).
Pull the starter grip rope lightly until you feel
a resistance, then pull briskly until engine
starts.
Return the starter rope gently.
Repeat operation if necessary, and until
engine starts.
Fig.15
Tips: Hold pump (one hand on handle and one
foot on base)
Do not pull starter grip rope over its full
length.
Return starter rope gently so as not to damage
the recoil starter.
6. As the engine warms up, gradually open the choke
(14)
Fig.16
7. Set the throttle lever (16) at the desired speed.
Fig.17
