Operating the Throttle
You can move the throttle control between the F
AST
and S
LOW
positions (
Always use the F
AST
position when engaging the PTO.
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Operating the Choke
Use the choke to start a cold engine.
1.
Pull up the choke knob to engage the choke
before using the key switch (
).
Note:
Ensure that you fully engage the choke.
You may need to hold the knob up when you
use the key switch.
2.
Push down the choke to disengage the choke
after the engine has started (
).
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1.
O
N
position
2.
O
FF
position
Operating the Key Switch
1.
Turn the key to the S
TART
position (
Note:
When the engine starts, release the key.
Important:
Do not engage the starter motor
for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the
engine fails to start, wait 10 seconds between
attempts. Failure to follow these instructions
can burn out the starter motor.
Note:
You may need multiple attempts to start
the engine when you start it the first time after
the fuel system has been without fuel completely.
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2.
Turn the key to the S
TOP
position to shut off the
engine.
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