Snapper 281323BVE Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual page 8

Section 2 -OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.3 STARTING & OPERATION
2.3.1. ENGINE (ELECTRIC START)
IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to
"START", the engine will turn over, but will not start
unless the Clutch/Brake pedal is pressed all the way
down, the Blade Lever is in the "OFF" position (See
Figure 2.5). The operator should be in the seat. Start
engine as follows:
1. Move transmission shift lever to (N) Neutral
position. DO NOT start engine with transmission
shift lever in a drive position.
WARNING
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It is possible to start engine with transmission shift
lever in a drive position. Follow starting instructions
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TO START ENGINE,
PUSH CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL ALL THE WAY
DOWN
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2. Make certain the Blade Lever is in the "OFF"
position. See Figure 2.4.
BLADE LEVER IN
"OFF" POSITION
RELEASE BLADE
PEDALS
PARKING
BRAKE
LATCH
CHOKE
POSITION
ENGINE
SPEED
CONTROL
FIGURE 2.5
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FIGURE 2.4
3. Press Clutch/Brake Pedal all the way down and
hold while starting engine. See Figure 2.5.
4. Open vent on fuel filler cap by turning
counterclockwise. IMPORTANT: Failure to open
vent on the fuel filler cap can cause engine to stall.
See Figure 2.2.
5. Move engine speed control to the choke position
to start a cold engine. See Figure 2.6.
6. Turn key to the "START" position until engine
starts. See Figure 2.7. NOTE: If after 5 seconds of
cranking the engine and it does not start, release the
key, make sure the Clutch/Brake Pedal is fully
depressed and attempt starting again after waiting for
approximately 20 seconds.
7. After engine starts, move engine speed control to
the "FAST" position, allow a brief warm-up until
engine runs smooth.
FIGURE 2.6
FIGURE 2.7
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