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OPERATION
9. EElectric Start: First connect the extension cord to the power cord
receptacle and then into a wall receptacle. If additional extension cord
is required, make sure it is three-wire.
WARNING: If the extension cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer (or its service agent)
or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
10. EElectric Start: Depress the starter push button (A
A, Figure 12). After
you start the engine, first disconnect the extension cord from the wall
receptacle and then from the power cord receptacle (B
B).
Starting with Electric Start
Figure 12
IMPORTANT: To extend the life of the starter, use short
starting cycles (five seconds maximum). Wait one minute
between starting cycles.
NOTE: If the engine does not start after three attempts, see the
Engine Manual Troubleshooting section.
11. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes. Then slowly move
the choke control knob to the RUN position.
STOP THE ENGINE
WARNING: Gasoline and vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause
severe burns or death. DO NOT choke the carburetor to
stop the engine.
1. Push the throttle control lever (A
A, Figure 13) to the STOP position.
2. Remove the safety key (B
B). Keep the safety key out of the reach of
children.
NOTE: Do not lose the safety key. Keep the safety key in a safe
place. The engine will not start without the safety/ignition key.
Stopping Engine
Figure 13
A
B
B
A
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