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Engine operation
Engine operation
Starting the engine
Starting a cold engine
Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope length for
starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold
the unit firmly.
1.
Ignition Switch
Move ignition switch to "I" (START) position.
2.
Throttle Position Lever
Move throttle position lever midway between idle and full
throttle positions.
3.
Choke
Move choke to "
" position.
4.
Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
clear fuel tank return line.
5.
Recoil Starter
Place the unit on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip
with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope until
engine fires , or maximum 5 pulls.
6.
Choke
Move choke to "
" position and if necessary, restart engine.
WARNING
When starting the engine, observe the precautions described from Page 4 in the section "For safe use of your prod-
uct" to ensure that you operate the product correctly.
Do not operate the product unless the housing cover and blower pipes are properly installed.
Failure to observe the precautions could cause an accident or injury, or even lead to a fatality.
NOTE
Pull out the starter grip gently at first, and then more rapidly. Do not pull the starter rope out to more than 2/3 of its length.
Do not let go of the starter grip as it returns.
To start the engine, return the choke knob when you hear the first explosion-like sound and pull on the starter grip again. Be
careful not to miss the first explosion-like sound.
1. Ignition switch
2. Throttle position lever
1. Choke
2. Purge bulb
1. Starter handle
1. Choke
NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, repeat instructions 3-6.
