8. Firmlypushprimerbulb3times.
9. Whilestandingatupperhandle,depressthestarter
controlbuttonfullywiththethumbofyourright
hand.
10.Usingyourlefthand,pullthebladecontrolhandle
allthewaytowardtheupperhandle.
11.Releasethebutton.
12.Grasptherecoilropestarterhandlewithyourright
handandslowlypulltowardsyouuntilyoufeela
slightresistance,thenpullfirmlyuntilyourarmis
fullyextended.
13.Ifenginedoesnotstartbysecondpull,repeatsteps
8,910,11and12.
SecondTime Starting Engine
NOTE: Follow these instructions if the self starter is
already in the energized mode.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
.
WARNING: NEVER assume starter is in the
de-energized mode, even if the key is in the
locked position and or removed from the
engine. ALWAYS de-energize starter prior to
performing any maintenance or service to the
engine and or mower. Follow instructions on
the engine and or machine to de-energize
starter.
/Starter Control
Bltde Cont_//"_--_ Button
Figure 7
Check oil level and add fuel, if necessary.
Open shut off valve (ifequipped) 1/4 turn.
Turn safety key 1/4 turn clockwise to RUN position.
Firmly push primer bulb 3 times (For a cold engine
only!).
While standing at upper handle, depress the starter
control button with the thumb of your right hand.
Using your left hand, pull the blade control handle
all the way toward the upper handle. See Figure 7.
Starter will de-energize and engine will start.
(NOTE: If engine does not start, release blade
control handle and follow steps 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12
in the "First Time Starting Engine" instructions.)
NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to the
Trouble Shooting Guide for helpful information.
To StopEngineandBlade
,_ WARNING: The blade witl continue to rotate
for three seconds after the blade control
lever is released.
1.
Release safety blade control handle (the start
control button will automatically return to the off/up
position), engine and blade will stop within a few
seconds.
NOTE: Engine may stop with a ratcheting sound. This
sound is the self starter being reactivated/energized for
the next start.
2. Turn safety key 1/4 turn counterclockwise to LOCK
position. Remove key and store in a safe place.
To De-EnergizeSelfStarter
Remove spark plug wire from spark plug.
Turn safety key to RUN position (1/4 turn
clockwise).
While standing in the operating position, depress
the starter control button fully with the thumb of your
right hand.
Using your left hand, pull the control handle all the
way toward the upper handle. (Release button and
wait until blade and starter stop rotating).
Release safety blade control handle (the start
control button will automatically return to the off/up
position).
Remove safety key.
NOTE: Engine will crank over upon actuating
equipment starting controls, but will not spark if spark
plug wire was removed from spark plug as described
above. Once engine has stopped cranking, self starter
is de-energized.
_ WARNING: Self Starting System: If these
instructions are not followed, amputation or
severe laceration can result.
ALWAYS disconnect spark plug, de-energize
starter, lock and remove safety key BEFORE
performing ANY service to the engine or mower.
DO NOT attempt any maintenance or repairs to the
self starter.
NEVER assume starter is de-energize, even if key
is in LOCK AND REMOVE position and/or removed
from engine.
BEFORE removing grass or other debris from
under mower deck; BEFORE changing oit, air filter
or spark plug; BEFORE removing blade for
servicing; BEFORE performing any other service to
engine or mower; BEFORE transporting mower-
ALWAYS DE-ENERGIZE SELF STARTER.
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