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OPERATION
Starting the Engine
1. Turn the fuel valve on. See
page 57.
2. Turn the key to the ON
position.
3. Pull the engine stop switch
up to the RUN position.
4. If starting a cold engine,
flip the choke toggle to
FULL CHOKE. Do not use
the choke if starting a warm
engine.
NOTE: Do not depress the throttle until the engine starts.
5. If equipped with electric start, turn the key to START to crank the
engine. Release the key to the ON position when the engine starts.
6. If not equipped with electric start, grasp the recoil rope handle and
pull slowly until the recoil engages; then pull abruptly to crank the
engine.
7. Repeat the cranking procedure as needed until the engine starts.
8. After the engine starts, flip the choke toggle to the OFF position. If
the engine slows or wants to stop, use intermittent choking to the
HALF CHOKE position.
CAUTION
Engaging the starter when the engine is running WILL result in serious
engine damage, especially if the transmission is in reverse. Never engage
the starter when the engine is running.
WARNING
Don't pull the starter rope to the fully extended position and don't allow it to
snap back into the housing. Damage may result.
To avoid injury and/or engine damage, do not operate the electric starter or
pull-rope starter while the engine is running.
CHOKE POSITIONS
OFF
1/2 CHOKE
FULL CHOKE