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Starter
Handle
\
Start/_
Lever
Primer /
Bulb
4. This unit has the Sim-pul' starting
system. You do not have to pull the
starter rope handle sharply or
briskly. Pult starter rope handle 5
times with a controlled and steady
motion (no more than 3 times
above 90F). If engine starts and
runs prior to 5 pulls, allow engine to
run for 5 seconds; then, fully
squeeze the throttle trigger to dis-
engage the starting system (start
lever returns to RUN position).
Steps 5 and 6 are not necessary.
5. Fully squeeze the throttle trigger to
disengage the starting system (start
lever returns to RUN position).
6. Pull starter rope handle with a con-
trolled and steady motion while
squeezing throttle trigger until
engine starts and runs.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Squeeze and bold the tbrotfle trigger.
2. Pull starter rope handle with a con-
trolled and steady motion while
squeezing throttle trigger until en-
gine starts and runs.
NOTE: Normally, the warm starting
procedure can be used within 5-t0
minutes after the unit is turned off. If
the unit sits for more than 10 minutes
without being used, it witt be necessary
to start the unit by following the steps
under STARTING A COLD ENGINE or fol-
lowing the starting instruction steps
shown on the unit.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by mov-
ing the start lever to the RUN position
and fully squeezing the throttle trigger.
Pull the starter handle repeatedly while
squeezing throttle trigger until engine
starts and runs. This could require pull-
ing the starter handle many times, de-
pending on how badly the unit is
flooded. If the unit still doesn't start, re-
fer to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or
call 1-800-235-5878.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance,
service, or adjustments.
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
Check for loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged or worn parts
Inspect and clean unit and labels
Clean air filter
Replace spark plug
Replace fuel filter
Check muffler mounting screws
_WARNING: Avoid touching muf-
fler unless engine and muffler are cold.
A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
_WARNING: Stop engine and be
sure the impeller blades have stopped
turning before opening the vacuum in-
tet door or attempting to insert or re-
move the vacuum or blower tubes.
The rotating blades can cause serious
injury. Always disconnect the spark
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours of operation
Yearly
Yearly
Yearly
plug before performing maintenance or
accessing movable parts.
G ENERAL RECOMM ENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov-
er items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To re-
ceive fult value from the warranty, the
operator must maintain unit as instruct-
ed in this manual. Various adjustments
will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
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