5.Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine.
6.When engine starts, release starter button or ignition switch key.
7.If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 6 and try again.
8.If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 7, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way.
II. Choke Only
1.To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in a
2.Move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” or “START” position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figures 13 thru 16. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
NOTE
If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position instead of “CHOKE” or “START” position. See Figures 13 thru 16. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
3.Operate equipment control to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 15 on page 9. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
NOTE
DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt.
4.Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine.
5.If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 4 and try again.
6.When engine starts:
a.Release starter button or ignition switch key.
b.Momentarily move engine throttle control to “FAST” position.
c.Next, move engine throttle control to desired speed in “RUN” range.
NOTES
If engine starts but falters when engine throttle control is moved to “FAST” position:
a.Move engine throttle control back to “CHOKE” position.
b.Next, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position.
If engine dies after engine throttle control is moved to “FAST” position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.
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1.Spark Plug Wire
2.Muffler
3.Muffler Guard
4.Oil Fill Cap Dipstick
5.Starter Cord Handle
6.Fuel Fill Cap
7.Air Cleaner
8.Carburetor
9.Control Lever
10. Optional Shroud
Figure 13. Engine Components
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1. | “SLOW” Position | 2 | |
2. | “RUN” Range | ||
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3. | “FAST” Position | ||
4. | “CHOKE” Position |
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Figure 14. Start/Choke Control Positions
7.If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position and start engine.
8.If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST” position, move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” posi- tion and start engine.
9.If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way.
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