3.Insert the starter key into the key switch and turn it to the RUN position (Figure 17).
Figure 17. Starter Key
4.Turn the starter key further to the right to the START position to start the engine.
5.If the engine fails to start, DO NOT continue to rotate the starter key for more than 5 seconds. Return the key to the RUN position and wait 20 to 30 seconds before starting again.
6.After starting the engine, continue to warm up the engine for about 3 to 10 seconds especially in cold weather.
Recoil Start
1.Open the fuel cock by turning it clockwise to the down position (Figure 16).
2.Pull the starting handle slowly until you feel some resistance (Figure 18). Return handle to original position.
Figure 18. Engine Start Handle
3.Push down the decompression lever (Figure 19).
4.Pull the starting handle hard and fast to start engine.
5.If the engine does not start, repeat steps 2 through 4.
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Figure 19. Decompression Lever
When starting with a motor starter, a decompressor is not normally required .
NOTEHowever, when ambient temperature or battery charger level is low, use of a decompressor will help make the
