Operation
Starting the Engine
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Emergency stop button (D).
CAUTION! If at any time you need to immediately stop the
machine, press the emergency stop button. To re-start the
machine twist and release the emergency stop button first.
IMPORTANT! Wait 7 seconds before re-starting the
machine.
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 provided.
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! Be sure the power feed switch is in the neutral
position before turning the key switch to the “1”, “2” or “3”
position. This prevents accidental carriage movement
which may cause serious injury or death.
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.
IMPORTANT! Let the engine run idle for 3 minutes to warm
up before applying load.
Open the fuel valve located on the fuel tank.
Be sure the blade drive switch is in position 0.
Turn the key switch to position 1. Check if the EFI indicator light is ON.
Turn the key switch to position 2 and release.