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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
2.
Grab the recoil starter handle and pull lightly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
3.
The engine should start.
4.
Rehouse the recoil starter handle. Do not let it go until housed to prevent damage.
5.
If the engine does not start, run through from step 1 again, but press the primer bulb once only.
NOTE: if the engine won’t start after you have operated the starter several times, the engine may be
flooded with excess fuel. Use following procedure to clear and start a flooded engine.
1.
Release the OPC/Brake lever.
2.
Remove the spark plug, dry it, and then reinstall it.
NOTE: Install the spark plug carefully by hand, to avoid cross-threading. After the plug is seated tighten
1/8 to 1/4 turn with socket spanner of spark plug to compress the washer.
3.
Pull the OPC/Brake lever towards the upper handle.
4.
Operate the starter as described above.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
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Release the OPC/Brake lever. The engine will come to a stop and a couple of seconds later, the blade will
stop rotating.
2.
Pull the OPC/Brake lever towards the main handle. Do not let go.
3.
Grab the recoil starter handle and pull lightly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
4.
The engine should start.
5.
Rehouse the recoil starter handle. Do not let it go until housed to prevent damage.
6.
If the engine does not start, run through from step 2 again.
NOTE: If the engine won’t start after you have operated the starter several times, the engine may be flooded
with excess fuel. Use the following procedure to clear and start a flooded engine.
1.
Release the OPC/Brake lever.
2.
Remove the spark plug, dry it, and then reinstall it.
NOTE: Install the spark plug carefully by hand, to avoid cross-threading. After the plug is seated tighten 1/8
to 1/4 turn with socket spanner of spark plug to compress the washer.
3.
Pull the OPC/Brake lever towards the upper handle.
4.
Operate the starter as described above.
STARTING THE ENGINE (WARM/HOT)
1.
Pull the OPC/Brake lever towards the main handle. Do not let go.
