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420CC OHV GAS ENGINE WITH ELECTRIC START
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4. Check that the filter is in place. See Maintenance – Service the
Air Filter
CONNECT THE BATTERY
NOTICE! Do not reverse the polarity when connecting the
battery as as this will short circuit the battery charging system
or damage the equipment.
The engine has an electric start option that requires a 12 volt
battery (sold-separately). Use a 12V DC battery with a rating of at
least 18 ampere-hours with the engine.
The engine has two battery cables with copper lugs. The polarity
of each cable is displayed on a rubber cover where they connect
on either side of the starter motor.
1. Remove the wing nuts from the battery’s positive (+) and
negative terminals (-).
2. Slide the positive battery cable lug onto the positive terminal.
Coat the cable end with grease and reattach the wing nut.
Tighten hand-tight.
3. Slide the negative battery cable lug onto the negative
terminal. Coat the cable end with grease and reattach the
wing nut. Tighten hand-tight.
4. Secure the battery so it won’t move while the engine is in use.
OPERATION
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
NOTICE! The engine is not shipped with oil. Before starting the
engine, add oil according to the instructions in this manual. Starting
the engine without oil will damage the engine beyond repair.
Check the engine’s condition before operating to maximize the
user’s safety and the service life of the engine. Ensure that the
engine is level and the switch is in the OFF position before
beginning the pre-operation checks.
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