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2210-00
60706-237
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Never permit the choke to remain on after the
engine has run for a short time. It is not necessary
to choke the engine when it is warm. Avoid over-
choking.
ELECTRIC STARTING LP/NG only)
When operating on LP or 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 LP or NG.
1. Check oil level, refill as needed.
2. Turn on the LP/NG fuel supply
3.
NEVER USE THE CHOKE WHEN OPERATING
ON LP or NG.
4. Rotate the key switch (Ref “C”) briefly 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 15 seconds during each
minute. Repeat if necessary.
5. When the engine starts, release the key
switch, allowing it to return to the “on” position.
6. 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 gaso-
line left over from winter may cause the unit to
vapor lock.
STOPPING AND STORAGE
1. Move the on/off switch to the “OFF” position.
2. 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 as Briggs &
Stratton Advanced Fuel Treatment & Stabilizer or
an equivalent will minimize the formation of gum
deposits 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 refill
with fresh oil.
e Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder head
fins, blower housing, screen and muffler areas.
f. Store in a clean and dry area.
C
B
