VERS.2021.09.28 CS451_MAN_EN
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3.4 Starting the machine
Make sure the blade is raised clear up the ground before starting the machine
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1. Turn fuel shut-off valve to ON position (if equipped).
2. Turn engine on/off switch to ON position (if equipped).
3. Start engine as follows: Cold engine: Place throttle control midway between SLOW and FAST
positions. Place choke control into ON position. Warm engine: Place throttle control midway between
SLOW and FAST positions. Return choke to OFF position as soon as engine starts. A warm engine
usually does not require choke on.
4. Retractable Start: Slowly pull starter handle until just past compression-STOP! Return starter
handle; firmly pull straight out to avoid excessive rope wear from starter rope guide. Electric Start:
Activate starter switch. Release switch as soon as engine starts. If starter does not turn engine over,
shut off starter immediately. Do not make further attempts to start engine until condition is corrected.
Do not jump start. See your Kohler authorized dealer for trouble analysis.
5. Gradually return choke control to OFF position after engine starts and warms up. Engine/equipment
may be operated during warm up period, but it may be necessary to leave choke partially on until
engine warms up.
