Operation
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Driving
• Always start and run engine in a well ventilated place.
• Always make certain of the safety of your surroundings when starting engine.
Always unfold step and stand on step when starting engine to avoid accident.
• Do not open engine cover while engine is running. An engine that has been
running is very hot. Avoid touching engine and its ancillaries, or severe burns
may result.
• Always attach string on safety switch to your body so machine stop if you fall
off machine.
• Do not turn main switch to [ (start)] when engine is running. Starter motor
and/or engine may be damaged.
• Do not turn starter for more than 15 seconds. If engine does not start, turn main
switch back to [ (off)] and wait for 30 seconds or more before attempting to
start again.
•
Do not use this machine in temperatures above 40ºC (104ºF) or below -15ºC (5
ºF). This machine cannot perform adequately in these temperature ranges.
Using this machine under such conditions may result in an accident or cause
damage to the machine.
• In the winter or cold climate, warm up engine thoroughly before driving
machine. A cold engine delivers poor performance, which may result in an
accident. It also causes excessive wear.
Starting
