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4.5.2. GAS ENGINE ELECTRIC START
BXT4224, BXT6224:
Honda GX690
BXT4228su, BXT6228su:
Subaru EH72FI
BXT6238:
Kohler CH980
Before starting to work, all operators should famil-
iarize themselves with the location and function of
controls.
1. Gas Engine:
Before starting, read the engine manufacturers
operator's manual for more detailed instruc-
tions.
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Ignition Switch:
This key operated switch
controls the electric power to the engine.
OFF
Turn key fully counterclockwise to
stop the electrical system power
and turn the engine off.
RUN / ON
Turn clockwise to the centre
detent for the run position. This is
the position where the engine will
continue to run.
START
Turn fully clockwise to the last
spring-loaded detent position to
engage the starter solenoid and
start the engine. Release the key
when the engine starts and it will
return to the RUN position.
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Choke: (Honda & Kohler)
Honda
: This push/pull knob controls the
position of the choke. Pull the knob out
to close the choke for starting when the
engine is cold. Push the knob in to open
the choke as the engine warms. Always
push the knob in fully in when operating
the machine.
Kohler
: This left/right slider controls the
position of the choke. Slide the choke
to the right to close the choke for start-
ing when the engine is cold. Slide the
knob to the left to open the choke as the
engine warms. Always
slide the
choke fully to the left when operating the
machine.
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Throttle:
This lever controls the engine
RPM.
Subaru
: slide the lever to the back to
increase engine speed and forward to
decrease.
Honda
: slide the lever up to increase en-
gine speed and down to decrease.
Kohler
: slide the lever to the left to increase
engine speed and right to decrease.
Kohler CH980
Ignition
Throttle
Choke
Throttle
Choke
Honda GX 690
Ignition
Subaru EH72FI
Ignition
Throttle
Fig. 10 ENGINE