3.Push the CHOKE lever down all the way. Set the throttle in the FAST position. See Figure 15.
NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking.
4.Grasp the recoil starter handle and pull back rapidly, extending rope fully. Return it slowly to the engine.
Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all dirt and combustible debris from muffler area.
5.After engine starts, move choke lever gradually to OFF position.
Choke
Lever
Throttle
Control
Lever
Figure 15
TO STOP ENGINE
1.To stop the engine, move the throttle control lever to the STOP position.
2.Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended.
CHAIN CASE LUBRICATION
The chain case is sealed at the factory and does not require checking or changing.
If the chain case is disassembled for repair, replace the grease with 12 ounces of plastilube “0” grade grease (factory number
BELT REPLACEMENT
1.Remove the tine clutch rod by removing the cotter pin in the hooked end of rod. See Figure 16.
Cotter Pin
SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before performing any repairs or maintenance.
ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine maintenance instructions.
Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow instructions carefully.
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each season; check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.
Tine Clutch
Rod
Figure 16
2.Slide the tine clutch rod out of the belt cover.
3.Remove the belt cover by removing three hex head
Belt Cover
Three Self-
Tapping Screws
Figure 17
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