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Item 69086
Starting the Engine
Before Starting the Engine
Before starting the engine:
a.
Follow the Set Up Instructions in the equipment manual to prepare the equipment.
b.
Inspect the equipment and engine.
c.
Fill the engine with the proper amount and type of both fuel and oil.
d.
Read the Equipment Operation section in the equipment manual.
1. To start a cold engine, move the Choke to the
CHOKE position.
To restart a warm engine, leave the Choke in the
RUN position.
2. Open the Fuel Valve.
3. Slide the Speed Control Lever (54) to
1/3 away from the SLOW position.
4. Turn the Engine Switch on.
CHOKE RUN
1
2
3
Speed
Control
Lever
ON
OFF
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