T00675GB
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OPERATION
Starting
Pre-starting check
1. Oil level check
Insert dipstick in oil filler neck, but without screwing in. If oil level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with
high grade SAE 10 W 40 oil.
2. Dual-air cleander >Dual element type<
Check the air cleaner elements to be sure they are clean and in good condition. Clean or replace the ele-
ments if necessary.
3. Fuel
Use any regular grade automotive gasoline (unleaded gasoline is preferred) with a pump octane rating of
86 or higher.
Never use an oil/gasoline mixture or dirty gasoline: Avoid getting dirt, dust or water in the fuel tank.
Caution: Gasoline substitutes are not recommended, they may be harmful to the fuel system compo-
nents.
Starting the engine
a) Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
b) Move the choke lever to the CLOSE position.
Note: If the engine is warm or the air temperature is high, move the control lever away from the CHOKE
postion as soon as the engine starts.
c) Move the throttle lever slightly to the left.
a) b) c)
☞ With recoil starter:
d) Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
e) Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly.
Caution: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
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