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3.
Check the air filter. A dirty air filter will reduce engine performance.
4.
Check that all protective covers and guards are in place.
5.
Check that all nuts, bolts and screws are tight.
6.
Check the fuel level.
7.
Check the engine oil level. Running the engine with a low level of oil can cause
engine damage (see How to Check/Add Oil).
8.
Look around and underneath the engine for signs of oil or gasoline leaks.
a.
Do not start the engine until any spilled fuel has evaporated.
9.
Remove any excessive dirt or debris, especially around the muffler (B) and
recoil starter (L).
10. Look for signs of damage.
11. Check the equipment powered by this engine.
12. Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this
engine for precautions and procedures that should be followed before
starting the engine.
STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING! Direct-coupled equipment components such as, but not limited
to, blades, impellers, pulleys, sprockets, etc., must be securely attached
before the engine is started to avoid injury or damage.
CAUTION! Failure to follow the steps below will result in rapid retraction of
the starter cord faster than the user can let go. This will pull the user's hand
and arm toward the engine, possibly resulting in an injury.
1.
Move the fuel valve (F) to the ON position.
2.
Move the choke lever (G) to the CLOSED position if the engine is cold. The
choke is unnecessary when restarting a warm engine.
3.
Move the throttle lever (J) away from MIN. position, about 1/3 of way
toward the MAX. position.
4.
Turn the engine switch (O) to the ON position.
5.
Pull the starter handle (K) lightly until you feel resistance, then pull the
starter handle briskly. The engine should turn over and start running.
a.
Do not allow the starter handle to snap back against the engine.
Instead, return the starter grip gently by hand.
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7-1/2 HP 212cc OHV Gas Engine
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