To Stop Engine; To Start Engine - Craftsman C950-52850-0 Owner's Manual

TO STOP ENGINE

WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
DO NOT choke the carborator to stop the
engine.
1. Move the throttle control lever (A, Figure 13) to the
slow position, then to the stop
2. Remove the safety key (C). Keep the safety key
out of reach of children.
Figure 13. Stopping the Engine
A. Throttle Control Lever
B. Stop Position
C. Safety Key

TO START ENGINE

1. Check the oil level. See the Engine Manual How
to Check/Add Oil section
2. Make sure equipment drive controls are
disengaged.
3. Move the throttle lever (A, Figure 14) to the fast
position. Always operate the engine with the throttle
control lever in the fast position.
4. Push in the safety key (B , Figure 14).
5. Turn the choke control knob (C ) to the choke
Note: Do not use the choke to start a warm engine.
6. Push the primer button (D) two times.
Note: Do not use the primer to start a warm engine.
OPERATION
position (B).
C
A
B
D
2X
Figure 14. Starting the Engine
A. Throttle Lever
B. Safety Key
C. Choke Control Knob
D. Primer Button
7. Rewind Start: Firmly hold the starter cord handle
(A, Figure 15). Pull the starter cord handle slowly
until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
WARNING
Rapid retraction of the starter cord (kickback)
will pull your hand and arm toward the engine
faster than you can let go. Broken bones,
fractures, bruises or sprains could result.
When starting engine, pull the starter cord
slowly until resistance is felt and then pull
rapidly to avoid kickback.
position.
A
Figure 15. Rewind Start
A. Starter Cord Handle
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C
B
A