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Figure 3-5 - Models with a manual primer.
Models equipped with a primer:
1. Push the primer 3 times. Wait about two seconds
between each push. See Figure 3-5. In temperature
below 10
o
C (50
o
F), prime 5 times. After the engine
is warmed up, one prime may be needed for all
temperatures.
2. Standing behind the mower, depress the blade control
handle and hold it against the upper handle.
3.
Recoil Start:
Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt,
then pull rapidly to overcome compression, prevent
kickback and start engine. Repeat if necessary. See
Figure 3-5 .
Do not allow the starter grip to snap
back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent
damage to the starter.
Electric Start:
Turn ignition key to the right to start the engine.
Release the key after the engine starts. See Figure
3-5.
If the engine doesn not start, it may be necessary to
re-prime the engine.
Stopping The Engine
1. Release the blade control handle. See Figure 3-5.
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1
3
2
3
Operating
Your
Engine
IMPORTANT
Do not allow the starter
grip to snap back
against the engine.
Return it gently to
prevent damage to the
starter.
