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BXTR6438
Throttle –
This lever controls engine speed.
•
Slide the lever to the left to increase engine speed and right to decrease. Always operate
the chipper at full engine speed.
Kohler
®
CH980 38 hp Engine
Always read the engine operator's manual supplied with the machine to familiarize yourself with its operating and procedure details.
Ignition Switch:
This key-operated switch controls the electric power to the engine.
4. Controls
Review this section to become familiar with the location and function of each control before starting.
OFF
– Turn key fully counterclockwise to
stop the electrical system power and turn
the engine off.
RUN / ON –
Turn clockwise to the centre
detent for the run position. This is the
position where the engine will continue to
run.
START
– Turn fully clockwise to the last
spring-loaded detent position to engage
the starter solenoid and start the engine.
Release the key when the engine starts. It
then returns to the RUN position.
O
OF
FF
F
R
R U
U
N
N
S
S
T
T
A
A
R
R
T
T
O
OF
FF
F
R
R U
U
N
N
S
S
T
T
A
A
R
R
T
T
O
OF
FF
F
R
R U
U
N
N
S
S
T
T
A
A
R
R
T
T
Choke –
This lever opens and closes the choke on the carburetor.
•
Slide the lever to the right to close the choke when starting a cold engine.
•
Slide it to the left gradually to open the choke as the engine warms. Always slide the
choke fully to the left when operating the machine.
Choke
Ignition
Throttle
CHOKE
