Starting

1.Check oil level. Ensure level is at FULL mark on dipstick. Use a high quality motor oil. Review oil recommendations for selection of oil grade for expected starting temperature.

2.Open the fuel shut-off valve, if equipped.

3.Move choke control to CHOKE and speed control to FAST or RUN.

4.Insert key and turn to START.

Note: To prolong starter life, use short starting cycles (5 seconds maximum, then wait one minute). Follow equipment manufacturer’s recommendations for charging battery.

5.Let engine warm up.

6.Choke Equipped: Move choke control lever toward RUN a short distance at a time over several seconds in warm weather or minutes in cold weather. Let engine run smoothly before each change.

7.Operate with choke in RUN or OPEN position.

CAUTION

Operation of this engine is for the application it was intended. All the components used to build this engine assembly must remain in place for the proper operation of this engine.

OIL PRESSURE SWITCH

If engine is equipped with an oil pressure switch, read the operating instructions supplied by the equipment manufacturer to understand how the switch functions.

WARNING

Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death.

Stopping

1.Move speed control to SLOW, if equipped.

2.Turn key to OFF. Remove key and store out of reach of children.

3.Close fuel shut-off valve, if equipped.

WARNING

DO NOT stop engine by choking carburetor. Backfire, fire or engine damage could occur.

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