Husqvarna PT26 D Operator's Manual page 33

Driving
WARNING:
Never run the engine indoors, in enclosed or badly
ventilated areas. Engine exhaust fumes contain
poisonous carbon monoxide and carcinogenic
substances.
5. Set the desired engine speed (even idle) using the throttle
control.
Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed, for
3-5 minutes before loading it heavily.
Starting in cold conditions
If the engine does not start due to cold conditions,
repeat glow plug heating and try starting again.
Start gas or ether must not be used.
Starting with a weak battery
WARNING:
Lead-acid batteries produce explosive gases. Avoid
sparks, open flames and smoking close to batteries.
Always wear protective glasses in the vicinity of
batteries.
If the battery is too weak to start the engine, it should
be recharged.
If jump leads are used for emergency starting, follow
the procedure below:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Your Rider is equipped with a 12-volt system with
negative earth. The other vehicle must also have a 12-
volt system with negative earth. Do not use your lawn
mower battery to start other vehicles.
Connecting jump leads:
• Connect each end of the RED lead to the
POSITIVE terminal (+) on each battery, and take
care not to short-circuit an end against the chassis.
• Connect one end of the BLACK lead to the
NEGATIVE terminal (-) on the battery that is fully
charged.
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Engine speed control in idling mode
Start gas or ether must not be used
Jump starting