3. CONTROLS
ROTO-STOP
LEVER
The ROTO-STOP
lever operates
the blade brake/clutch
mechanism.
It is used
to start and stop the blade.
To put the blade into operation,
press the button
on top of the ROTO-STOP
lever, then push the lever forward
and hold it against
the handlebar.
Releasing
the ROTO-STOP
lever will stop the blade.
Operate the ROTO-STOP lever with a quick and complete
motion,
so the blade
drive is always either fully engaged or stopped. This will help to prevent stalling
the engine, and it will also extend the service life of the ROTO-STOP mechanism.
1
NoTKE
1 If you move the ROTO-STOP lever slowly or partially,
the blade
brake/clutch
mechanism
will wear out prematurely.
NOTE: Always
release the ROTO-STOP lever before starting
the engine. If the
blade drive is engaged,
extra effort
will be required
to operate
the starter.
ROTO-STOP
LEVER
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BUTTON
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