3. OPERATION
3.1 Recommended Fuel
The engine requires regular grade unleaded gasoline, 87 octane or higher. Use only fresh,
clean gasoline. Gasoline containing water or dirt will damage fuel system. Consult engine
owner's manual for complete fuel specifications.
3.2 Before Starting
Read and understand safety and operating instructions at beginning of this manual.
3.2.2 Check:
3.3 Starting the Engine
3.3.1 Open fuel valve by moving lever to the “ON” position (A).
NOTE: If engine is cold, move choke lever to close position.
If engine is hot, set choke to open position (B).
3.3.2 Move the engine switch to the “ON” position (C).
3.3.3 Move the throttle lever to the run position (D).
3.3.4 Pull starter rope (E).
NOTE: If the oil level in the engine is low, the engine
will not start. If this happens, add oil to engine.
Some engines are equipped with an oil alert light
that will come on while pulling the starter rope.
3.3.5 Open throttle fully to operate.
3.4 Stopping the Engine
3.4.1 Move the throttle lever to the MIN. position (D).
3.4.2 Turn the engine switch to the OFF position (C).
3.4.3 Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position (A).
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- Oil level and fuel levels
- V-Belt tension
- Handles / Control Lever
- Tightness of external fasteners
- Condition of fuel lines
- Condition of air filter
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