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EXHAUST GAS IS DEADLY!
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and color-
less gas. Carbon monoxide is poisonous and can cause uncon-
sciousness and death. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning
include:
• Dizziness • Throbbing in Temples
• Nausea • Muscular Twitching
• Headache • Vomiting
• Weakness and Sleepiness
• Inability to Think Coherently
IF YOU OR ANYONE ELSE EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE SYMP-
TOMS, GET INTO THE FRESH AIR IMMEDIATELY. If symptoms
persist, seek medical attention. Shut down the engine and do not
operate it until it has been inspected and repaired.
Make certain the exhaust system is properly installed. Inspect
it every time the engine is started and after every eight hours of
continuous operation.
PRE-START CHECKS
Before the fi rst start of the day and after every eight hours of operation
perform the maintenance procedures in DAILY
(8 HOUR) MAINTENANCE in the Maintenance Section.
Keep a log of maintenance and the running hours. Perform any main-
tenance that may be due. If the equipment has been in storage, return
the engine to service as instructed under
RETURNING THE ENGINE TO SERVICE in this section.
1. Inspect exhaust system for loose joints, rusty, worn or damaged
areas. Do not operate engine until all leaks are repaired.
2. Check the fuel level and refi ll if necessary. Open the fuel shut-off
valve (if equipped).
3. Make sure fuel hoses and connections are tight. Check for
! WARNING
any indications of fuel leakage. Do not operate engine until
all leaks are repaired.
4. Check and tighten any loose bolts or nuts.
5. Check the oil and refi ll, if necessary. Do not overfi ll.
Starting the engine without oil will cause severe
engine damage.
Always keep the engine oil level between the
Full and Add marks on the dipstick.
6. Wear snug fi tting clothes when operating the engine. Loose
articles of clothing could get caught in the engine or drive train.
Moving parts can cause severe personal injury or
death. Hot exhaust parts can cause severe burns.
Stay clear of hot or moving parts. Make sure all
protective shields and guards are secure in place
before starting the equipment.
! CAUTION
! WARNING
STARTING
1. Move the choke lever to the full-choke position. On equipment
with a solenoid operated choke, push the switch to its choke
position. In warm weather, however, or when the engine is warm,
try starting without the choke or in the half-way position.
2. Turn the ignition switch to START and hold it there until the engine
starts. Do not crank for more than 5 seconds at a time.
If the engine fails to start, set the switch to RUN and wait 10
seconds before the next attempt. See Troubleshooting if the
engine does not start after several tries. Never turn the switch to
START while the engine is running.