OPERATION
STARTING THE ENGINE
Start the engine outside in an open area
with good ventilation.
1. Locate the fuel valve on the
carburetor, under the engine hood.
Move the fuel valve to ON. Lower the
engine hood and sit in the operator’s
seat.
2. Make sure the PTO lever is OFF
(disengaged), the parking brake is set,
and the shift lever is in NEUTRAL.
The starter will not operate unless
these controls are properly set.
3. To start a cold engine, move the
throttle lever to FAST, then press the
lever inward, slightly past a detent to
CHOKE. To restart a warm engine,
move the throttle lever to FAST.
4. Insert the ignition key into the ignition
switch. Turn the key clockwise to
START and hold it there briefly until
the engine starts. When it does, let
the key return to the ON position.
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