14 STARTING
Start Engine
DANGER
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a
colorless, odorless poisonous gas. Inhaling
carbon monoxide can cause serious brain in-
jury or death. DO NOT run the engine in en-
closed areas. Operate only in a well-
ventilated area.
WARNING
Engine exhaust may ignite combustible mate-
rials and cause a fire.
Keep the area around the exhaust outlet clear.
Locate the unit so that the exhaust outlet
points toward an open area and is located at
least one meter (3.3 feet) from any obstruc-
tions.
NOTE
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Be aware of the following in order to start the en-
gine easily in cold weather.
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Use proper oil for expected temperature (See En-
gine Oil section in the FUEL AND OIL RECOM-
MENDATIONS chapter).
STARTING
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Use fresh gasoline.
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Protect the engine or the equipment from direct
exposure to weather when not in operation.
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Before starting the engine, disconnect all possible
external loads.
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Open the fuel valve on the equipment.
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Put the key into the ignition switch and turn to the
"ON" or "RUN" position.
•
Move the throttle lever on the equipment to its low
speed or "SLOW" position.
•
Turn the key to the "START" position on the igni-
tion switch. Normally the engine will start within 3
seconds.
A. Fuel Valve