STARTING THE ENGINE
Start the engine outside in an open area
with good ventilation.
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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.
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.
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.
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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OFF
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