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ELECTRIC STARTING (NG only)
When operating on NG, you will have to always use
the electric start to get the unit running. Because of
the engine vacuum need to activate the fuel system
it is almost impossible to manual start the unit using
NG.
1. Check oil level, refi ll as needed.
2. Turn on the NG fuel supply
3.
NEVER USE THE CHOKE WHEN OPERATING
ON
NG..
4. Turn the engine switch to the “on” position
5.. Operating the starter. Rotate the key switch
briefl y to the START position. The starter life is
improved by using shorter starting cycles with
time to cool off between cranking cycles. Do
not operate the starter more than 5 seconds and
wait at least 10 seconds before operating the
starter again, Repeat cycle if necessary.
6. When the engine starts, release the key
switch, allowing it to return to the “on” position.
7. The engine should promptly come up to
operating
speed.
STARTING HINTS
1.
Cold weather
a. Use the proper oil for the temperature
expected.
b. Use fresh winter grade fuel. Winter grade
gasoline is blended to improve starting. Do
not use summer grade gasoline.
2.
Hot weather
a. Use the proper oil for the temperature
expected.
b. Use only summer blended gasoline. Using
gasoline left over from winter may cause the
unit to vapor lock.
STOPPING AND STORAGE
1. Move the engine switch to the “OFF” position.
2. Turn off the fuel supply valve.
3. Before extended storage (over 30 days) certain
precautions must be taken to ensure the fuel
doesn’t deteriorate and clog the fuel system.
Note:
The use of a fuel additive, such a STA-BIL or
equivalent will minimize the formation of gum depos-
its during storage. The additive may be added to
gasoline in the engines fuel tank or to gasoline in a
storage container.
a. Add the fuel stabilizer to the fuel in the tank
and run the unit for 2 minutes to circulate the
stabilizer throughout the fuel system.
b. If you choose to remove the remaining fuel
from the fuel tank, it must be drained into an
approved
container.
c. Start the engine and allow it to run until all
the fuel in the carburetor and the fuel lines
has been used up and the engine stops.
Note:
Running the engine to use up the fuel in the
lines and carburetor will still leave a small amount of
fuel in the carburetor. It is best for extended storage
to treat the fuel before draining.
d. While the engine is warm, drain the oil and
refi ll with fresh oil.
e. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder
head
fi ns, blower housing, screen and
muffl er areas.
f.
Store in a clean and dry area.
ON
MAX.
ON
MIN.
OPEN
OPEN
ENGINE SWITCH
ON
CLOSED
ON
MIN.
