OPERATION
9. Electric Start: Depress the starter push button (A A , Figure 24). After you
start the engine, first disconnect the extension cord from the wall receptacle
and then from the power cord receptacle (B B ).
A
Starting with Cord Handle
STOP THE ENGINE
Before stopping the engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture
on the engine.
WARNING: Gasoline and vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can
cause severe burns or death. DO NOT choke the
carburetor to stop the engine.
1. Push the ON/OFF switch (A A , Figure 25) to the OFF position.
2. Remove the safety key (B B ). Keep the safety key out of the reach of
children.
Starting with Electric Start
Figure 23
IMPORTANT: To extend the life of the starter, use short
starting cycles (five seconds maximum). Wait one minute
between starting cycles.
NOTE: If the engine does not start after three attempts, see the
Engine Manual Troubleshooting section.
NOTE: Do not lose the safety key. Keep the safety key in a safe
place. The engine will not start without the safety/ignition key.
Stopping Engine
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B
A
A
B
Figure 24
Figure 25