Craftsman CMXGVAMKC29C Operator's Manual page 11

This unit can be started with an optional electric start accessory
(items sold separately). Refer to the electric start accessory
operator's manual for the proper use of this feature.
Please contact your local Craftsman retailer, call 1-888-331-4569 or
visit www.craftsman.com for more information.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: There is no need to turn the unit on. The On/Off switch is in
the On ( I ) position at all times (Fig. 7).
Before Starting the Unit
1. Check the oil level. Refer to Checking the Oil Level.
2. Fill the fuel tank. Refer to Fueling the Unit.
Starting the Unit
Read the Operator's Manual that came with the electric start
accessory before attempting these instructions.
NOTE: DO NOT squeeze the throttle control (Fig. 7) until step 8.
IF COLD... In cold weather (below 40°F), move the cold weather
start lever to the Closed position (down) (Fig. 8). DO NOT move
the cold weather start lever to the Closed position if the
temperature is above 40°F.
1. Slowly press and release the primer bulb 10 times (Fig. 9).
2. Stand in the starting position (Fig. 10). Hold the handlebar firmly
with one hand. Use one foot to hold the wheels in place.
3. Tilt the unit back slightly to bring the tines off the ground (Fig. 10).
4. Insert the electric start accessory into the electric start port (Fig. 11).
5. Run the electric start accessory in intervals no longer than 2
seconds each until the unit starts.
6. Remove the electric start accessory from the unit, unless specified
otherwise in the electric start accessory Operator's Manual.
IF COLD... In cold weather (below 40°F), move the cold weather
start lever back to the Open position (up) (Fig. 8).
7. Idle the engine for 60 seconds.
8. Squeeze and hold the throttle control (Fig. 7). Continue warming
the engine for an additional 30 to 60 seconds. The unit may be
used during this time.
NOTE: The engine is properly warmed up when it accelerates
without hesitation.
IF... the engine does not start, repeat the starting procedure.
IF... the engine stops while the throttle control is squeezed, begin
the starting procedure with step 2.
IF THE ENGINE IS HOT... repeat the starting procedure.
STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Release the throttle control and allow the engine to idle.
2. Press and hold the On/Off switch in the Off (O) position until the
engine comes to a complete stop (Fig. 7).
USING THE ELECTRIC START ACCESSORY
11
Electric Start
Port
Fig. 11