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Starting the Engine
WARNING! Always keep hands and feet clear of
moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting
fluid. Vapors are flammable.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after
starting. The engine will not develop full power until it reaches
operating temperatures.
Electric Starter
WARNING! The electric starter is equipped with a
grounded three-wire power cord and plug, and is
current. It must be used with a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle at all times to avoid the
possibility of electric shock. Follow all instructions
Determine that your home’s wiring is a three-wire grounded
system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are unsure. If you
have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as
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engine cannot start unless the key is inserted into the
ignition switch.
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ventilated area. See Fig. 5-2.
Move the throttle control to the FAST (rabbit) position.
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cover the vent hole when pushing. If the engine is warm,
push the primer only once. Always cover the vent hole
when pushing. Cool weather may require priming to be
repeated.
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engine starts, immediately release the starter button.
The electric starter is equipped with thermal overload
protection; the system will temporarily shut-down to allow
starter to cool if electric starter becomes overloaded.
As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to 8.
and run with the choke at half-choke position for a short
period of time, and then slowly rotate the choke into the
After the engine is running, disconnect the power cord
from the electric starter. When disconnecting, always
unplug the end at the wall outlet before unplugging the
opposite end from the engine.
Figure 5-1
Figure 5-2
Operation
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