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EngineOperation
BeforeStartingthe Engine
Checkthe Oil
NOTE:The enginewas shipped from the factory filled with
oil. Checkthe level of the oil. Add oil as needed. Seethe
engine manufacturer's instructions for the type of gasoline
and oil to use.
1. Make sure the unit is level.
NOTE:Do not check the level of the oil while the engine
runs.
2. Checkthe oil. Followthe procedurein the engine
manufacturer's instructions.
3. If necessary,add oil until the oil reachesthe FULLmark
on the dipstick. The quantity of oil neededfrom ADD to
FULL is shown on the dipstick. Do not add too much
oil.
AddGasoline
,_ WARNING:Alwaysuse a safety gasoline container.
Donot smokewhen addinggasolineto the fuel
tank. Do notadd gasolinewhenyouare insidean
enclosure.Beforeyouadd gasoline, stopthe
engineand let the enginecool for several minutes.
Fill the fuel tank with regular unleadedgasoline. Do not use
premium unleadedgasoline. Makesure the gasoline is fresh
and clean. Leadedgasoline will increasedeposits and
shorten the life of the valves.
Figure 17. Gas tank
A - Fuel tank
B - Full fine
CAUTION:A mixtureof alcohol(ethanol or methanol)and
gasoline(called gasohol),will attractmoistureand cause
acid depositsduringstorage.While the unit is in storage,
theacids in the fuel can damagethe fuel system.
To prevent engine problems with the fuel system, empty the
fuel system before storage of 30 daysor longer as follows.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine. Letthe engine run until the fuel lines
and the carburetor are empty.
3. After storage, makesure you use fresh fuel. Seethe
storage instructions for additional information.
4. Never use engine cleaner or carburetor cleaner in the
fuel tank or permanent damagecan occur.
Carburetor
Do not attempt to adjust the carburator. Engineadjustments
and repairs should be performed only by an authorized
dealer.
Howto Start the Engine
,_ WARNING:The electrical systemhas an operator
presencesystemthat includesa sensorswitchfor
the seat. These componentstell theelectrical
system ifthe operator issittingon the seat. This
systemwill stopthe enginewhenthe operator
leavesthe seat. Foryourprotection,always make
sure this systemoperatescorrectly.
NOTE:The engine will not start unless you depress the brake
pedal or engagethe parking brake and disengagethe blades.
1. Push the brake pedal completely forward. Keepyour
foot on the pedal.
2. Make sure the blades are disengaged.
3. Move the throttle control completely forward to the
FASTposition.
4. Move the choke control completely forward.
NOTE:On42" Models, the choke is incorporated into
the throttle control. Move the throttle control past the
FASTposition to the CHOKEposition.
5. Turn the ignition key to the STARTposition. Release
the key when the engine starts.
NOTE:If the engine does not start after four or five
tries, seethe TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART.
6. Turn off the choke, and slowly move the throttle control
to the SLOW position.
7. Let a cold engine run for several minutes. Beginwork
when the engine is warm. To start a hot engine, move
the throttle control to a position betweenFASTand
SLOW.
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