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STARTING AND STOPPING
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: To prevent the throttle control from being squeezed accidentally, this unit has a throttle
lockout. The throttle control cannot be squeezed unless the throttle lockout is also engaged.
NOTE: There is no need to turn the unit on. The On/O switch is in the On ( I ) position at all times (Fig. 14).
Before Starting the Unit
1. Mix gasoline with oil. Refer to Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions.
2. Fill the fuel tank. Refer to Fueling the Unit.
Starting the Unit
1. Slowly press and release the primer bulb 10 times (Fig. 15).
2. Move the choke lever to Position A (Fig. 15).
3. Crouch in the starting position (Fig. 16).
4. Press and hold the throttle lockout. Squeeze and hold the throttle control (Fig. 14).
NOTE: Continue to SQUEEZE and HOLD the throttle lockout and the throttle control for ALL
further steps.
5. Pull the starter rope with a controlled and steady motion 5 times (Fig. 16).
6. Move the choke lever to Position B (Fig. 15).
7. Pull the starter rope with a controlled and steady motion 5 times to start the engine (Fig. 16).
8. Allow the engine to warm up for 60 seconds. The unit may be used during this time.
NOTE: The engine is properly warmed up when it accelerates without hesitation.
IF... the engine does not start, begin the starting procedure with step 2.
IF... the engine is already warm, begin the starting procedure with step 6.
WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated outdoor area. Carbon
monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a conned area.
WARNING: Avoid accidentally starting the unit. To avoid serious injury, the operator
and the unit must be in a stable position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 16).
STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Release the throttle control and allow the engine to idle.
2. Press and hold the On/O switch in the O (O) position until the engine comes to a complete stop
(Fig. 14).
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