Recoil Start - Briggs & Stratton 7800954-00 Manuel D'utilisation

6. Insert the ignition key (A, Figure 10) into the ignition
switch. Turn the key to the START position until the
engine starts.
NOTE: When the ignition key is turned to START, the
engine will turn over, but will not start unless the Clutch/
Brake pedal is fully depressed and the Blade Control is in
the OFF position.
Figure 10
NOTE: If after 5 seconds of cranking the engine does not
start, release the key, make sure the Clutch/Brake Pedal is
fully depressed, and attempt starting again after waiting for
approximately 20 seconds.
7. After the engine starts, move the engine speed control to
the FAST position (if equipped with choke) and allow a
brief warm-up until engine runs smooth.
NOTE: Always operate with the engine speed control in the
FAST position.
NOTE: The headlight (featured on select models) is opera-
tional any time the ignition switch is in the RUN or START
position.

Recoil Start:

1. Manual Drive Models - Move the transmission shift lever
to the Neutral ('N') position. Refer to "How To Engage
The Transmission".
WARNING
DO NOT start the engine with the transmission shift lever
in a drive position. Follow starting instructions carefully.
2. Make sure the Blade Control (A, Figure 7) is in the OFF
position.
3. Set the parking brake. Refer to "How To Set The Parking
Brake".
4. Move the engine speed control (A, Figure 9) to the
FAST position (or CHOKE position, if equipped).
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NOTE: The CHOKE position is not required when starting
a warm engine.
5. Insert the ignition key (A, Figure 11) into the ignition
switch. Turn the key to the RUN position (B).
A
Figure 11
6. Grasp the recoil start handle on the engine (A, Figure
12) and pull briskly until the engine starts.
7. After the engine starts, move the engine speed control
to the FAST position (if equipped with choke) and allow
a brief warm-up period until engine runs smooth.
NOTE: Always operate with the engine speed control in the
FAST position.
NOTE: The headlight (featured on select models) is opera-
tional any time the ignition switch is in the RUN position.
A
Figure 12
B
A