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3.3 Starting the machine
Make sure the blade is raised clear up the ground before starting the machine, and that the clutch is
disengaged.
Set the control lever “1” to a position between
½ START and max. START, according to
requirements. Selecting a lower engine speed
will reduce smoke when starting.
Also make sure that the speed lever on the
side of the machine is in opposite to STOP.
Turn
the decompression lever until stop “1” is
reached. In this position you can hear the
automatic decompression system engage.
After the automatic decompression device has
engaged at its limit stop, turn the crank five
times to build up compression.
Position yourself on the side of the machine,
following the drawing. Always hold the tubular
grip with both hands. Turn the handle slowly
until the pawl engages in the ratchet, then
increase turning force to build up speed. The
highest speed must be reached when the
decompression lever returns to the “0”
position. As soon as the engine has started,
pull the starting handle out of the guide sleeve.
