Predator Engines 173cc Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions page 12

4. Grip the Starter Handle of the Engine loosely and pull it
gently until resistance is felt. Allow Cable to retract fully
and then pull it quickly. Repeat until the engine starts.
Note: Do not let the Starter Handle snap back against the
engine. Hold it as it recoils so it doesn't hit the engine.
Note: If engine fails to start, press Priming Bulb
2 more times and attempt to start.
Note: If engine does not start, check engine oil level.
Engine will not start with low or no engine oil.
5. Allow the Engine to run for several seconds.
Then, the Mower's Throttle control can be
adjusted as desired for operation.
IMPORTANT: Allow the engine to run at
no load for a minute or two after each start-up
so that the engine can stabilize.
6. Break-in Period:
a. Breaking-in the engine will help to ensure proper equipment and engine operation.
b. The operational break-in period will last about 3 hours of use. During this period:
• Do not apply a heavy load to the equipment.
c. The maintenance break-in period will last about 20 hours of use. After this period:
• Change the engine oil.
Under normal operating conditions subsequent maintenance follows the
schedule explained in the MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING section.
Stopping the Engine
To stop the engine, release the brake handle.
NOTICE
See Long-Term Storage chart
on page 16 for complete
storage instructions.
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