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OPERATION
Starting the Engine
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide and can
cause loss of consciousness resulting in s evere injury or death.
Never r un an engine in an enclosed area.
1. Sit in the driver’s seat and f asten the seat belt.
2. Engage the park brake.
3. Shift the transmission to neutral.
4. Apply the brakes while starting the engine.
NOTE: Do not press the throttle pedal while starting the engine.
5. Turn the ignition key past the ON/RUN position to START.
Engage the starter for a maximum of five seconds. Release the key
when the engine starts.
6. If the engine does not start within five seconds, release the ignition
switch and wait five seconds. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the engine
starts.
7. Vary the engine RPM slightly with the throttle to aid in warm up
until the engine idles smoothly.
CAUTION
Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause
engine damage. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes
before operating t he vehicle.