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SING THE MACHINE IN COLD WEATHER
7.1 Preparation for use in cold weather
• In cold weather, you may have difficulty starting the engine because the coolant and fuel
can be frozen.
• Consequently, take the following measures :
1. Use oil and fuel suitable for the outside temperature.
3 Recommended greases and fluids , page 108
2. Keep the battery charged. In cold weather, remove the battery after using the machine
and store it in a heated room to facilitate restarting the machine.
7.2 Starting in cold weather
WARNING
Consult these pages and respect these safety instructions before starting up the machine.
2.1 Precautions before starting the engine , page 43
1. Pull the acceleration lever back to full gas position.
B= Throttle lever
2. Turn the key in the starter switch to place it in AIR HEATER position. Hold it for 10 to15
seconds to preheat the engine intake air.
3. Turn the key to START position to start the engine. Release the key after the engine starts
and it will return itself to ON position.
4. When the engine speed increases, push the accelerator forward to the idle position.
IMPORTANT
Do not leave the key in START position for over 10 seconds.
If the engine does not start, position the key at OFF. Wait 30 seconds then restart the
engine.
Moving or operating the machine without warming it up first may affect its
performance.
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