Takeuchi TCR50 Operator's Manual page 69

OPERATION
Starting and Stopping the Engine
Warming Up the Engine
IMPORTANT: Avoid racing the engine
until it is warmed up.
Do not warm up the engine for long
periods of time (20 minutes or more).
1. Return the throttle controller, then idle the
engine and run it for about 5 minutes with
no load.
Stopping the Engine
IMPORTANT: Do not stop the engine
suddenly when operating with heavy
loads or at maximum speed. Doing so
may cause the engine to overheat or seize.
Never bring the engine to a sudden stop
except in the case of a true emergency.
1. Return the throttle controller.
2. Low idle the engine for about 5 minutes to
gradually let it cool.
3. Turn the key to the OFF position to stop
the engine.
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