2.5.2 Starting the Honda Engine
- Put the stop switch (19/1) to START.
- Push the gasoline cock (20/1) to position "ON"
- Push the gas lever (20/2) approx. 1/3 to the left side.
- In case of a cold engine and/or low ambient temperatures,
fully close the choke (20/3) (choke to the left side).
- In case of a warm engine and/or high ambient temperatures,
open the choke (20/3) half to all the way (choke to the right
side).
- Slowly pull the handle (21/1) of the reversible starter (21/2)
until a resistance is felt.
- Let the handle (21/1) recoil to its original position and then
firmly pull the cable with both hands to start the engine.
Important!
If the engine fails to start, repeat the starting procedure.
- As soon as the engine starts, let the starter cable return into
its housing (21/2).
- Slowly return the choke (20/3) in the fully open position
(choke to the right side) and let the engine idle for warming
up.
Stop
Start
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