5.4 USING THE MACHINE
5.4.1 Starting the engine
all starting operations have to be effected in an open or
well-ventilated area! ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC!
To start the engine:
1. sit on the seat and press the brake pedal right down(
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4.3);
2. put the transmission into neutral («N») (
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4.4);
3. disengage the blade (
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4.6);
4. for cold starting, put the accelerator lever in the «CHOKE»
position (if fitted) as shown on the label (
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4.12 ).
Alternatively, if the engine is still hot or without a choke, position the lever between
«SLOW» and «FAST»;
5. put in the key (
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4.11) and turn to «ON» to make electrical contact, then turn to
«START» to start the engine;
6. release the key once the engine has started;
The choke (if fitted) must be closed as soon as possible.
Using it when the engine is already warm can foul the spark plugs and cause the
engine to run erratically.
If you have difficulty starting, do not make several
attempts to avoid flooding the engine or running down the battery (if present).
– Check that the conditions allowing the engine to start are met
– Turn the key (electric start) to «OFF». Wait for a few seconds and repeat the start
operation. Should the malfunction persist, refer to chapter «8» of this manual and the
engine manual.
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