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STARTING THE ENGINE
As you turn the ignition switch to the ’ON’ position,
the instrument cluster and the warning lights will go
through the self-diagnostic cycle. During this phase,
make sure that all the warning lights on the cluster
comes on.
Turn the fuel cock lever to ‘ON’ or ‘Reserve’ position
based on the availability of fuel in the tank.
The following conditions must be verified before
starting the engine.
The engine cut off switch is in ON ‘ ‘ position.
The gear is in neutral.
If gears are engaged, the clutch lever is pulled.
Press the start button without applying the
throttle. As soon as the engine starts, release
the start button.
When the engine is cold
Apply the choke and start the vehicle without
applying the throttle or with minimal throttle.
Choke knob should be turned back to its
original position when the engine has started
running stable (when the engine is warm / hot
do not use choke).
Do not keep the engine in idling rpm for long and do
not open excessive throttle when the vehicle is parked.
It leads to overheating of engine and damage to the
internal components.
Caution
SETTING THE VEHICLE IN MOTION
1. Press the clutch lever and engage first gear by
pressing the gearshift lever down.
2. Open the throttle slowly and simultaneously,
release the clutch lever gently and gradually. The
vehicle starts moving forward.
3. As the vehicle picks up speed, shift to the next
higher gear by closing the throttle, applying the
clutch and lifting the gear shift lever up.
4. Release the clutch lever and open the throttle
smoothly. Select the required gears in a similar
manner.
To ensure the maximum life of the engine, never speed
up at full throttle when the engine is cold.
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