allen AR21 - Starting Procedures for AR21 (20 HP Honda Gasoline Engine)

ØTo start recoil start Honda GX390 13 HP, switch engine ignition switch to ON position and pull
recoil starter until engine starts. After the engine starts return starter rope handle slowly against
the flywheel cover of the engine.
ØTo start electric start Honda GX390 13 HP, turn engine start switch to START position and
return switch to ON position when engine starts.
ØAfter engine starts, move choke lever to OPEN position. Let engine warm up at full throttle and
run smoothly for approximately 5 minutes, before applying load. Failure to permit engine to warm
up will foul spark plugs and cause hard starting and/or loss of power. Avoid starting and stopping
engine without warming engine.
Starting Procedures for AR21 (20 HP Honda gasoline engine)
ØThis engine is equipped with a low oil level shut down. Should the oil level fall below a safe
minimum level the engine will not start. Check oil level before starting engine.
ØPosition yourself in operator’s position standing on the ground between the handlebars or
standing on the operator’s platform.
ØSet parking brake (see page 40 for instructions).
ØPlace directional control lever on dash in NEUTRAL position.
ØWhen engine is cold, move choke lever to CLOSED position.
ØSet throttle control to one-third open position. Turn the throttle clockwise as you face the engine
flywheel cover to increase engine speed.
2.2 - Start-up Procedures, continued
SECTION 2
OPERATIONS
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