Takeuchi TL250 - Page 79

OPERATION
Starting and Stopping the Engine
Warming Up the Engine
IMPORTANT: Avoid racing the engine
until
it is warmed up.
Do
not warm up the engine for long
periods
of time (20 minutes or more).
1. Return the throttle lever to idle position,
and idle the engine for about 5 minutes
with
no load.
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Stopping the Engine
IMPORTANT: Do not stop the engine
suddenly when operating with heavy
loads
or at maximum speed. Doing so
may cause the engine
to overheat or seize.
Never bring the engine
to a sudden stop
except in the case
of a true emergency.
1. Idle the engine for about 5 minutes to
gradually let it cool.
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2. Turn the key to the OFF position to stop
the engine.