MTD 208cc, 179cc manual Stopping the Engine, Engines with Starter Handle non-electricstart

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Operating

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Engine

WARNING

WARNING: To avoid unsupervised engine operation, never leave the engine unattended while running. Turn the engine off after use and remove ignition key

IMPORTANT: Do not allow the starter handle to snap back against the engine.

Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.

Engines with Starter Handle (non-electric start)

IMPORTANT: Do not pull the starter handle with engine running.

1.Insert ignition key fully into slot, Figure 2-4. Make sure it snaps into place. DO NOT turn ignition key. The engine cannot start unless the key is inserted into ignition switch.

2.Move throttle, Figure 2-1, control to FAST (rabbit) position.

3.Move choke, Figure 2-1, to the ON position (cold engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position.

4.Push primer three to five (3-5) times, making sure to cover vent hole when pushing, Figure 2-1. If engine is warm, push primer only once. Always cover vent hole when pushing. Cool weather may require priming to be repeated.

5.Pull gently on the starter handle until it begins to resist, then pull quickly and forcefully to overcome the compression. Do not release the handle and al- low it to snap back. Return rope SLOWLY to original position. If required, repeat this step.

6.As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to OFF position. If the engine falters, restart engine and run with choke at half-choke position for a short period of time, and then slowly rotate the choke into OFF position.

Stopping the Engine

WARNING: To avoid unsupervised en- gine operation, never leave the engine unattended while running. Turn the

engine off after use and remove ignition key

Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine.

1.Move throttle control to STOP position.

2.Remove the ignition key. Removing the key will reduce the possibility of unauthorized starting of the engine while equipment is not in use. Keep the key in a safe place. The engine cannot start without the ignition key.

3.Wipe any moisture away from the controls on the engine.