Operation
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Starting Engine
WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator
is standing near the lawn mower while starting
engine or operating mower. Never run engine
indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and
loose clothing away from any moving parts on
engine and lawn mower.
Before starting the engine, you must determine the type of
starting system that is on your engine. Your engine will have one
of the following types:
• Auto-Choke System: This features an automatic choke
that does not have a manual choke or primer.
• Primer/Electric Start System: This features a primer on
the engine and an electric start switch on the handle.
To start your engine, follow the instructions for your type of
starting system.
Auto-Choke System
1. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control
against upper handle. See Figure 5-1.
2. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull
rapidly to overcome compression, prevent kickback and
start engine. Repeat if necessary.
IMPORTANT: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back
against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to
the starter.
Primer/Electric Start System
1. Push primer 3 times. Wait about two seconds between
each push. See Figure 5-2. In temperature below 50°F,
prime 5 times. After the engine is warmed up, one prime
may be needed for all temperatures.
2. Standing behind the mower, squeeze and hold the blade
control against upper handle.
3. Electric Start: Turn ignition key to the right to start the
engine. Release the key after the engine starts.
Recoil Start: Pull the recoil starter lightly until resistance
is felt, then pull rapidly to overcome compression, prevent
kickback, and start the engine. Repeat if necessary. See
Figure 5-2.
IMPORTANT: Do not allow the recoil starter to snap back
against the rope guide.
If engine does not start, it may be necessary to re-prime the
engine.
Figure 5-1
Figure 5-2
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