Recoil Starter Handle; Throttle Control; Choke Control - Craftsman 247.29931 Operator's Manual

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Reverse Handle
Fuel Cap
Oil Fill Cap
& Dipstick
Depth Regulator
Forward Clutch Bail
& Tine Engagement
Air
Handle Height
Adjustment
Rear Tine Shield
Pull Starter Handle
Side Shield
Throttle
Oil Drain
Tines
Wheel Drive Pin
Figure5
Nowthat youhaveset up yourtillerfor operation,get aquaintedwith its
controlsand features.These aredescribedon the next two pagesand
illustrated o n this page.This knowledgewillallowyou to useyour new
equipmentto its fullestpotential.
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE
This handleis usedto startthe engine.See Figure5.
THROTTLE CONTROL
Thethrottlecontrolis located on thefront of theengine.It regulates the
spreadof the engineand will shut off theenginewhen movedintothe
STOPposition.See Figure5.
The operationof anytiller can resultinforeignobjectsbeingthrown
intothe eyes,which can damageyoureyesseverely.Alwayswear
safetyglassesduringoperationor whileperforminganyadjustments
or repairs.
CHOKE CONTROL
The chokecontrolis activatedby movingthe leverto the CHOKE
position.Activating the chokecontrol closesthe choke plateon the
carburetorand aids in startingthe engine.
RUN CHOKE
Meets ANSi Safety Standards
CraftsmanTillersconformto the safety standardof the AmericanNationalStandardsInstitute(ANSI).
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