Operation
Starting The Engine
Operation D17doc081619 2-1
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SECTION 2 OPERATION
2.1 Starting The Engine
Engine Start
DANGER! Always be sure the blade is disengaged and all
persons are out of the path of the blade before starting the
engine. Failure to do so will result in serious injury.
DANGER! Operate your engine/machine only in well venti-
lated areas. The exhaust gases of your engine can cause
nausea, delirium and potentially death unless adequate
ventilation is present.
DANGER! Never operate an engine with a fuel or oil leak.
The leaking fuel or oil could potentially come in contact with
hot surfaces and ignite into flames.
WARNING! Do not operate engine without proper and
operational spark arrester/muffler. Sparks emitted from the
engine exhaust could ignite surrounding materials, causing
serious injury or death.
1. See the engine manufacturer’s manual for lubricating oil recommendations for specific
temperature ranges.
2. Use #2 or better quality diesel fuel for above freezing starting. Use a #1 quality diesel fuel
for below freezing starting.
3. Turn the key switch to the on (#1) position.
4. Turn the key switch to the start (#2) position and release.
Engine Shutoff
1. Disengage the clutch handle to stop the blade if necessary.
2. Turn the key switch to the off (#0) position.
3.
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