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BXT Series
5. Controls
Before starting to work, all operators should familiarize
themselves with the location and function of all controls.
5.1 Engine
For further information other than what is provided to follow,
refer to the engine manual that came with your machine.
5.1.1 BXT4213 Engine Controls
(Honda® GX390 Engine)
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6
7
5
1
4
2
3
Fig. 5 –
BXT4213 Engine Controls
1. Ignition Switch
2. Oil Level Check
3. Oil Drain Plug
4. Starting Rope
5. Fuel Valve Lever
6. Choke Lever
7. Throttle Lever
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch has three positions—OFF, ON, and START.
OFF
– In the OFF position, there is no power to the
engine. Turn the switch fully counterclockwise to shut
the engine off.
ON
– The engine operates in the ON position.
START
– In the START position, the starter engages.
When released, the switch returns to ON.
01029
Fig. 6 –
Ignition Switch
Choke Lever
The choke lever opens and closes the choke valve in the
carburetor.
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1
2
3
Fig. 7 –
Choke Lever
1. Choke Lever
2. Choke Open Position (Off)
3. Choke Closed Position (On)
•
Close the choke valve (position 3) when starting a cold
engine.
•
Open the choke valve (move to position 2) after the engine
starts. When restarting a warm engine, leave the choke
valve open.
