Operating Machine - Page 15
OPERATING MACHINE
7. Check starting conditions:
•
If engine is COLD:
Gradually return the choke to
the OFF position after the engine starts and warms
up.
•
If engine is WARM:
Return choke to the OFF
position as soon as the engine starts.
8. Let engine run for a couple of minutes to warm-up
before operating machine.
Warming and Idling Engine
WARMING ENGINE:
Picture Note: Model S2554 shown for photo purposes.
• Run Engine at half speed for 2–3 minutes.
IDLING ENGINE:
• Engine is air-cooled and needs a large volume of air
to keep cool. Keep air intake screen (A) on top of engine
clean.
• Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
Stopping Engine
1. STOP tractor travel.
2. Move throttle lever (A) MIDWAY between slow (
t
)
and fast (
r
) positions. Let the engine run a minimum of
15 seconds.
Picture Note: Model S2554 shown for photo purposes.
3. Turn key (B) to OFF position.
4. LOCK the park brake.
5. Remove key.
