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Important: Do not use fuel additives containing
methanol or ethanol.
Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner
to the gas.
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective
when mixed with fresh fuel. To minimize the chance of
varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer
at all times.
Filling the Fuel Tank
1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.
2. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the cap.
Add unleaded regular gasoline to the fuel tank until
the level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) below
the bottom of the filler neck. This space in the
tank allows fuel to expand. Do not fill the fuel tank
completely full.
3. Install the fuel tank cap securely. Wipe up any fuel
that may have spilled.
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Before you start the engine and use the machine, check
the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking
the Oil Level in Engine Maintenance , page 27.
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Sit down on the seat and move the motion controls
to the brake position.
2. Disengage the blades by moving the blade control
switch to Off (Figure 9).
1. Blade control switch—On
3. Move the throttle lever to Choke before starting a
cold engine (Figure 10).
Figure 9
2. Blade control switch—Off
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require
choking.
4. Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter.
When the engine starts, release the key.
Important: Do not engage the starter for more
than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine fails
to start, allow a 60 second cool-down period
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can burn out the starter motor.
5. After the engine starts, move the throttle lever to
Fast (Figure 10). If the engine stalls or hesitates,
move the throttle lever back to Choke for a few
seconds. Then move the throttle lever to the desired
setting. Repeat this as required.
1. Engine
2. Choke
1. Off
2. Run
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the throttle lever to Fast (Figure 10).
2. Disengage the blades by moving the blade control
switch to Off (Figure 9).
3. Turn the ignition key to Off (Figure 11).
4. Pull the wire off of the spark plug(s) to prevent
the possibility of someone accidentally starting the
machine before transporting or storing the machine.
5. Close the fuel shut-off valve under the front of the
fuel tank before transporting or storing the machine.
Important: Make sure the fuel shut-off valve
is closed before transporting or storing the
machine, as fuel leakage may occur.
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Figure 10
3. Fast
4. Slow
Figure 11
3. Start
4. Ignition
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