Starting And Stopping - Husqvarna LB 553S e Operator's Manual

Starting and stopping

Before starting
WARNING! Please read the operator's
!
manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using
the machine.
Wear personal protective equipment. See
instructions under the "Personal
protective equipment" heading.
• Keep people and animals well away from the working
area.
• Perform daily maintenance. See instructions in the
section "Maintenance".
• Ensure the ignition lead sits correctly on the spark
plug.
Starting
Cold engine
• Set the throttle control in the choke position.
Start the engine
• Set the throttle control to full throttle.
• Open the fuel tap.
• The engine brake handle must be held against the
handlebar when the engine is started.
• Position yourself behind the machine.
• Grip the starter handle, slowly pull out the cord with
your right hand until you feel some resistance (the
starter pawls grip). Pull with force to start the engine.
Never twist the starter cord around your hand.
OPERATING
Drive
• To engage the drive, push the clutch lever forwards.
Stopping
• Stop the engine by releasing the engine brake handle.
The drive is also disengaged when you release the
brake handle.
• By releasing the brake lever a bit only the drive will be
disengaged.
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