DR RV170 User Manual

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Chapter 3: Operating the DR VERTICAL SHAFT ENGINE
Starting the Engine
Note: For ease of operation and starting, the DR VERTICAL SHAFT ENGINE is
equipped with a fixed speed Throttle Control.
RV170 M/S With Off/On Switch
1) Press the Engine Off/On switch to the “ON” position (Figure 7).
2) Gently push the Choke Lever Inward.
3) Pull the Starter Grip lightly until resistance is felt, then, briskly pull to start
the Engine (Figure 8). Lightly return the Starter Grip once the Engine starts.
4) Adjust the Choke until the Engine runs smoother by pulling outward on the
Choke Lever.
RV170 E/S With Off/On/Start Switch
1) Press the Engine Off/On/Start switch to the “On” position (Figure 9).
2) Gently Push the Choke Lever Inward.
3) Press and hold the Switch in the “Start” position until the Engine starts
4) Adjust the Choke until the Engine runs smoother by pulling outward on the
Choke Lever.
Stopping the Engine
RV170 M/S With Off/On Switch
1) Press the Engine Off/On switch to the “Off” position (Figure 7).
RV170 E/S With Off/On/Start Switch:
2) Press the Engine Off/On/Start switch to the “Off” position (Figure 9).
Don’t allow the starter grip to snap back against the Engine. Return it gently
to prevent damage to the starter.
Suddenly stopping the Engine at high speed under heavy load could damage
the Engine.
Choke Lever
Off
On
Figure 7
Off/On Switch
Figure 8
Starter Grip
Choke Lever
Start
Off
Figure 9
Off/On/Start Switch
On

DR RV170 Specifications

General

Brand	DR
Model	RV170
Category	Engine
Language	English