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Operating Engine
After engine has started, let it warm up several seconds
to several minutes, depending on outside temperature.
For maximum performance and life, operate engine
with speed control in FAST, if equipped.
• Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which
causes gasoline to spill.
Periodically remove grass buildup under mower deck.
See Maintenance section.
Engines give off carbon monoxide,
an odorless, colorless, poison
gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can
cause nausea, fainting or death.
WARNING
Running engines produce heat.
Engine parts, especially muffler,
become extremely hot.
Severe thermal burns can occur on
contact.
Combustible debris, such as
leaves, grass, brush, etc. can catch
fire.
• Allow muffler, engine cylinder and fins to cool
before touching.
• Remove accumulated combustibles from
muffler area and cylinder area.
• Install and maintain in working order a spark
arrester before using equipment on
forest-covered, grass-covered, brush-covered
unimproved land. The state of California
requires this (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may
have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal land.
WARNING
• Operate equipment with guards in
place.
• Keep hands and feet away from
rotating parts.
• Tie up long hair and remove
jewelry.
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing,
dangling drawstrings or items that
could become caught.
WARNING
Stopping Engine
Depending on how your engine is equipped follow the
steps below:
1. Move speed control to SLOW then to STOP, then
release bail − OR −
2. Push stop switch to OFF − OR −
Do not stop engine by moving choke control to
CHOKE (if equipped). Backfire, fire or engine
damage could occur.
CAUTION
3. Turn key to OFF. Remove key and store out of
reach of children.
4. Close fuel shut-off valve if equipped.
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