6. OPERATION
4. When the engine warms up, move NOTE: If restarting a warm engine
the throttle lever away from the in the CHOKE position, move the
CHOKE position. Set the lever in
FAST ( 6) position for mowing,
throttle lever away from CHOKE as
soon as the engine starts.
or in SLOW ( *) position for
idling.
THROTTLE
LEVER
(HRC216HXA)
CLEARING A FLOODED ENGINE
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. Move the throttle lever to STOP, and turn the fuel valve OFF.
2. Remove the spark plug, dry it, then reinstall it.
NOTE: Install the spark plug carefully, by hand, to avoid cross-threading.
After the spark plug is seated, tighten l/8 to l/4 turn with a spark plug
wrench to compress the washer.
3. Turn the fuel valve ON, and move the throttle lever to FAST ( c;r 1.
4. Operate the starter with the throttle lever in the FAST ( * 1 position.
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