Craftsman C950-52850-0 Owner's Manual page 20

Note: If the engine does not start after three attempts,
see the Engine Manual Troubleshooting section.
8. Electric Start: First connect the extension cord to
the power cord receptacle and then into a wall
receptacle. If additional extension cord is
required, make sure it is 3-wire.
WARNING
If the extension cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person to avoid to
avoid a hazard.
9. Electric Start: Depress the push button (A, Figure
16). After you start the engine, first disconnect the
extension cord from the wall receptacle and then
from the power cord receptacle (B).
CAUTION
To extend the life of the starter, use short
starting cycles (five seconds maximum). Wait
one minute between starting cycles.
Note: If the engine does not start after three attempts,
see the Engine Manual Troubleshooting section.
10. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes.
Then slowly move the choke control knob to the
run position.
OPERATION
Figure 16. Electric Start
A. Starter Push Button
B. Power Cord Receptacle
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A
B