Raider Operators Manual R40ES-001-15-1
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c. Normal
Starting Procedure
Move the tilt/run lever to RUN position. Place engine in normal operating position. Connect the fuel
line connector from the tank to the engine’s fuel connector. Turn fuel line connector onto fuel tank
connector. .
if the fuel tank has a manual vent, open it. If you don't, the engine will eventually die
from fuel starvation. Squeeze fuel line primer bulb until firm.
Attach the clip and lanyard assembly to emergency stop switch. Clip must be installed to start engine.
Attach lanyard to secure place on your clothing. An extra emergency restart clip is provided and
stored in the cowling parts tool kit in cowling. Turn twist grip to start position.
Move the twist grip from the start position. Move shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. The engine will
ONLY start in NEUTRAL for manual pull start. ENGINE WILL START IN ANY POSITION WITH BATTERY.
Pull starter handle slowly until starter engages, then pull forcibly for a full rope pull (short or slow pulls
will not provide enough current to the ECU to start). Maintain fuel pressure by squeezing primer bulb until
engine is running. Raider comes with an electric start option.
d. After Raider Starts/Warm Up
Check the water pump is working by looking for a steady stream of water indicates the water pump
is working.
IF the water pump indicator is not discharging a steady stream of water,
STOP the engine when it is safe.
Raider Fuel valve
Stream of
water