Operator`s manual

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IMPORTANT: For maximum performance and
operating life, allow engine to warm before use.
1. Run the engine at idle speed until
operating temperature is reached
(2-3 minutes).
2. As the engine warms, open choke
gradually by slowly sliding the choke
control down.
3. The machine should now be ready for use.
To start a warm engine:
Follow these steps to start a warm engine.
1. Lay the product on a flat, bare surface.
2. Slide the switch to the ON position.
3. Push the primer bulb up to eight times.
4. Pull the starter cord.
NOTE: If the product does not start, repeat the
previous steps. Check that the fuel tank has
sufficient fuel for the engine to start.
Starting a Flooded Engine
1. Disconnect the spark plug boot and use
the spark plug wrench supplied to remove
the plug in a counter-clockwise direction.
2. If the spark plug is fouled or is soaked with
fuel, clean or replace the plug as required.
3. Turn the product so that the spark plug
hole is aimed at the ground.
4. Clear excess fuel from the combustion
chamber by cranking the engine several
times while the spark plug is removed.
5. Install the spark plug and firmly tighten it
with the spark plug wrench supplied. DO
NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
6. Reconnect the spark plug boot.
Incorrect spark plug installation can
result in serious engine damage.
WARNING:
Operation – continued
Stopping the Engine
1. Cool the engine by allowing it to run at idle
for 2-3 minutes.
2. Slide the ON/OFF switch to the Off
position.