7. Operation
OP5(1)
OP6
(1)
NOTE
1.When restarting the engine immediately after stopping it, leave the choke open.
2.Overchoking can make the engine hard to start due to excess fuel. When the engine failed to start after several attempts, open the choke and repeat pulling the rope, or remove the spark plug and dry it.
■STOPPING ENGINE (OP3)
1.Release the throttle lever and run the engine for a half minute.
2.Shift the ignition switch to the “STOP” position.
IMPORTANT
•Except for an emergency, avoid stopping the engine while pulling the throttle lever.
IMPORTANT
RUNNING IN THE ENGINE
•During the first 20 working hours, do not use the
■ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED
•Before adjusting the carburetor, clean the air filter and warm up the engine. (OP5)
(1) air filter
•Idle screw is adjusted in order to ensure a good safety margin between idle running and clutch engagement. (OP6)
(1) Idle screw
WARNING
With the engine idling (3000 rpm), the blade should not rotate. We recommend that you have the dealer or an authorised mechanic carry out any carburetor adjustments.