4. Starting
1.Move the throttle lever to IDLE position. (See Figure 5).
Throttle lever is used only at three (STOP, IDLE & OPERATION) positions.When moving the lever from stop to idle position, press button on lever at same time it is moved.
In cold weather, the engine should be started at operating position or between the idle and operation position of the throttle lever. Use caution as higher engine RPM may engage clutch, when engine starts. Return throttle lever from starting position to idle position when engine starts.
3.Press the decompression lever to release decompression. The decompression lever will return automatically when the recoil starter is pulled. (See Figure 7).
Figure 5. Throttle Lever
2.Grip the recoil starter handle and pull it until you feel a slight resistance. (See Figure 6).
Figure 7. Decrompression Lever
4.Return the recoil starter, and pull the handle sharply and quickly. Warm up the engine by running at low speed for three to five minutes, while checking for fuel leakage or abnormal sounds.
CAUTION
Do not pull the starter rope all the way to the end and do not let the starter rope snap back as damage may result.
Figure 6. Recoil Starter
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