Owner's Operation and Maintenance Manual

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OPERATION
Starting a Cold Engine
1. Turn key to “On”.
2. Pull engine stop switch (shut-off switch) up to “run” position.
3. Pull the choke lever outward to “Full On” position.
4. Grasp starter handle and pull slowly until recoil engages; then pull to start.
NOTE: Do not depress throttle until engine starts.
5. After engine starts, the choke lever should be pushed in to the “Off” position. If
the engine slows or wants to stop, intermittent choking to the “Half On”position
may be helpful.
Starting a Warm Engine
1. Turn key to “On”.
2. Pull engine stop switch (shut-off switch) up to “run” position.
3. Grasp starter handle and pull slowly until recoil engages; then pull to start.
CAUTION
Do not pull the starter rope to its full extended position or allow it to snap back
into the housing as damage can result. The recoil starter rope is full length.
Be sure onlookers are standing clear while pulling the recoil starter.