Operation Manual

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6.2 TO START ENGINE AND ENGAGE BLADE
1. The unit is equipped with a rubber boot over the end of the spark plug, make certain the metal loop on the
end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.
2. Press the primer bulb 3-5 times before starting the engine. (Fig.6A)
3. Standing behind the unit, grasp the brake control handle and hold it against the upper handle as shown in
Fig.6B.
4. Grasp the starter handle as shown Fig.6B and pull up rapidly. Return it slowly to the rope guide bolt after
engine starts.
Release the brake control handle to stop the engine and blade.
Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade.
Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine. Start the mower on a level surface, free of high
grass or obstacles.
Keep hands and feet away from the rotating parts. Do not start the engine when standing in front of the
discharge opening.
Fig.6A Fig.6B
6.3 OPERATION PROCEDURES
During operation, tightly hold the stop control handle with both hands.
Note: During operation, when the stop control handle is released, the engine will stop the lawnmower from
operating.
6.4 TO STOP ENGINE
CAUTION: The blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off.
1. Release the stop control handle to stop the engine and blade. (Fig.7)
2. Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire as instructed in the separate engine manual to prevent
accidental starting while equipment is unattended.
Fig.7
CAUTION: your mower is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 250mm. Do
not attempt to mow through unusually tall dry or wet grass (e.g, pasture) or piles of dry leaves. Debris may
build up on the mower deck or contact the engine exhaust presenting a potential fire hazard.
Primer
bulb