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STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Check the oil level. Refer to
Checking the Oil Level
.
2. Fill the fuel tank. Refer to
Fueling the Unit
.
NOTE:
There is no need to turn the unit on. The On/Off switch is in
the ON ( I ) position at all times (Fig. 12).
3. Slowly press and release the primer bulb
10 times
(Fig. 13). If
fuel cannot be seen in the primer bulb, press and release the
primer bulb until fuel is visible.
4. Move the choke lever to
Position 1
(Fig. 13).
NOTE: DO NOT
squeeze the throttle control until step 11 (Fig. 12).
5.
DO NOT
squeeze the throttle control. Crouch in the starting
position (Fig. 14).
6.
DO NOT
squeeze the throttle control. Insert the electric start
accessory into the electric start port (Fig. 15). Refer to the
Operation
section of the electric start accessory operator’s manual.
7.
DO NOT
squeeze the throttle control. Run the electric start
accessory for 2 seconds.
8.
DO NOT
squeeze the throttle control. Move the choke lever to
Position 2
(Fig. 13).
9.
DO NOT
squeeze the throttle control. Run the electric start
accessory in intervals no longer than 2 seconds each until the
unit starts.
10.
DO NOT
squeeze the throttle control. Remove the electric start
accessory from the unit.
11. Squeeze and hold the throttle control or move the cruise control
to the FAST position (Fig. 12). Allow the engine to warm up for
30 to 60 seconds.
12. Continue to squeeze the throttle control or keep the cruise
control in the FAST position (Fig. 12). Move the choke lever to
Position 3
(Fig. 13) and continue warming the engine for an
additional 60 seconds. The unit may be used during this time.
NOTE:
The engine is properly warmed up when it accelerates
without hesitation.
NOTE:
Once the engine is properly warmed, the cruise control may
be adjusted and the throttle control can be used normally.
IF...
the engine does not start, begin the starting procedure with step 3.
IF...
the engine fails to start after a few attempts, move the choke lever
to
Position 3
. Squeeze and hold the throttle control or move the
cruise control to the FAST position. Run the electric start accessory
in intervals no longer than 2 seconds each until the unit starts.
The engine should start. If it does not, repeat this instruction.
IF...
the engine is already warm, begin the starting procedure with
step 8.
STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Release the throttle control, or move the cruise control to the
SLOW position, and allow the engine to idle.
2. Press and hold the On/Off switch in the OFF (O) position until
the engine comes to a complete stop (Fig. 12).
USING THE ELECTRIC START ACCESSORY
This unit can be started with an optional electric start accessory
(items sold separately). Refer to the electric start accessory
operator’s manual for the proper use of this feature.
Please contact your local retailer, call the Customer Support
Department or visit our website for more information.
Fig. 15
Electric Start
Port
Item No.
Description
49M2027P966 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Electric Starter
49MESCBP953 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Engine Starter Bit
