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Operation
Starting the Engine
1. To start a cold engine, move the choke to the CHOKE
position (to the left). To restart a warm engine, leave the
Choke in the RUN position (to the right).
2. Open the fuel valve by sliding switch to the right.
3. Slide the throttle 1/3 of the way to the right.
4. Turn the engine switch on.
5. Grip the recoil starter handle and pull slowly several times to
allow the gasoline to flow into the engine’s carburetor. Then
pull the recoil starter handle gently until resistance is felt.
Allow cable to retract fully and then pull it quickly. Repeat
until the engine starts.
6. Allow the engine to run for several seconds. Then move the
choke lever slowly to its RUN position (to the right). Moving
the choke lever too fast could stall the engine.
7. Adjust the throttle as needed.
IMPORTANT: Allow the engine to run at no load for five
minutes with no load after each start-up so that the engine can
stabilize.
Break-in Period
Breaking-in the engine will help ensure longer engine life and
proper equipment operation. During the operational break-in
period, about 3 hours of use, do not apply a heavy load to the
equipment or operate the engine at its maximum speed. After
about 20 hours of use, the maintenance break-in period,
change the engine oil.
Failure to change the oil regularly may damage
the engine and void the warranty.
Under normal operating conditions follow the maintenance
schedule (see page 14).
Stopping the Engine
1. To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the engine switch off.
2. Under normal conditions, slide the throttle to the right and
turn the engine switch to the off position.
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CAUTION
THROTTLE
CHOKE
FUEL VALVE
ENGINE
ON/OFF
SWITCH
