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IMPORTANT
Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel
than you expect to use in thirty (30)
days, ninety (90) days when a fuel sta-
bilizer is added.
IMPORTANT
Stored two-stroke fuel may separate.
ALWAYS shake fuel container thor-
oughly before each use.
After use
• DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return
unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container.
Storage -
Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local gov-
ernment for the laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel in
an approved, airtight container. Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied
building, away from sparks and flames.
startIng
cold
engIne
• Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope length for start
-
ing. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit
firmly.
1.
Throttle Lever
Move throttle lever (A) to IDLE DETENT position.
2.
Choke
Move choke (B) up to "Cold Start" position (
).
3.
Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.
4.
Recoil Starter
Pull recoil starter handle (D) until engine fires (5 or 6 pulls maxi
-
mum).
5.
Choke
Move choke (C) down to run position (
), and if necessary,
restart engine.
NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, move choke to "Cold Start"
position, and repeat steps 4 & 5.
NOTE
Allow engine to warm up before use.
A
B
C
D
