Controls; Engine Switch; Recoil Starter - Honda EM5000SX Owner's Manual

CONTROLS
Engine Switch
To start and stop the engine.
Key position:
OFF:
To Stop the engine. Key can be removed/inserted.
ON:
To run the engine after starting.
START:
To start the engine by turning the starter
motor.
ENGINE
Return the key to the ON position once the engine has started. Do not use
the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, release
the switch and wait 10 seconds before operating the starter again.
Recoil Starter
To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull
briskly.
[I Do not allow the starter to snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
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