STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a warm engine after running out of fuel)
1.Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
2.Move throttle lever to the START position.
3.Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position.
Primer Bulb
Throttle Lever
Fuel Cap
Choke
Lever
4.Pull starter rope sharply until engine at- tempts to run, but no more than 5 pulls.
5.Move choke lever to HALF CHOKE posi- tion. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs.
NOTE: If engine has not started after 5 pulls, repeat all of the above steps.
6.After a 10 second
NOTE: The engine speed can be adjusted by moving the throttle lever to the left for low speed or right for high speed.
Throttle Lever
7. To stop engine, move the throttle lever to
the STOP position and hold until engine stops running.
NOTE: If engine does not stop, move choke lever to FULL CHOKE.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1.Move throttle lever to the START position.
2.Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.
3.Pull starter handle sharply until engine runs.
NOTE: If engine does not run after 5 pulls, re- peat STARTING A COLD ENGINE procedure.
4.After a 10 second
DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a flooded engine)
Flooded engines can be started by placing the choke lever in the RUN position and the throttle lever in the START position; then, pull the start- er handle sharply to clear the engine of excess fuel. This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded. If the unit still does not start, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Avoid touching muffler unless engine and muffler are cold. A hot muf- fler can cause serious burns.
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
SSpark Plug Boot S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.
SThrottle Lever. Ensure throttle lever func- tions properly by moving the throttle lever to
the STOP position and holding until en- gine stops running; then restart engine and continue.
S Fuel Tank. Discontinue use of unit if fuel tank is damaged or leaks.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
SAfter each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter- gent.
SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
Air Filter Cover
Air Filter
