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8.2 Starting/stopping
Keep the blades clear of everything around, since they will start moving as
soon as the engine starts.
8.2.1 Cold starting (Fig. 8 – 9)
If the engine is cold or if it has been stopped for more than 5 minutes or if fuel has been added
to the engine.
▪ Place the product on level ground and ensure that no objects or obstructions could come
in contact with the blades.
▪ Set ignition switch (11) to “I” (ON) position.
▪ Press the primer (7) 5-6 times.
▪ Move the choke lever (4) to “ Start “ position.
▪ Hold the top cover firmly with your left hand and put your right knee onto the rear handle
(14).
▪ Pull the recoil starter handle (8) lightly until you feel resistance then pull it briskly 3-4
times. The engine would normally not start at this stage.
Warning: Allow the rope to return slowly and in a controlled manner each
time it is pulled!
▪ Move the choke lever (4) to “ run position. Pull the recoil starter handle (8) lightly until
you feel resistance. Repeat until the engine starts.
Note: Overchoking can make it hard to start the engine due to excess fuel. If
the engine fails to start after several attempts, or remove the sparking plug
and dry it, open the choke and pull the rope again
8.2.2 Hot starting (Fig. 8 – 9)
▪ Set ignition switch (11) to “I” (ON) position.
▪ Do not press the primer (7).
▪ Move the choke lever (4) to “ run position“.
▪ Hold the top cover firmly with your left hand and put your right knee onto the rear handle
(14).
▪ Pull the recoil starter handle (8) lightly until you feel resistance then pull it briskly. Repeat
until the engine starts.
Warning: Allow the rope to return slowly and in a controlled manner each
time it is pulled!
