5. OPERATING YOUR ENGINE
NOTE
Following operating method is for
the STD type speed control lever.
As to the fixed type speed control
lever (exp. Generator spec.), do
not move it otherwise the genera-
tor component such as voltage
regulator may be damaged.
STARTING
FUEL VALVE
1
(Provided by the equipment manu-
facturer)
Open the fuel valve.
SPEED CONTROL LEVER
2
Set the speed control lever 1/3 of
the way towards the high speed
position.
CHOKE KNOB
3
Pull the choke knob.
If the engine is cold or the ambient
temperature is low, pull the choke
knob fully.
If the engine is warm or the ambient
temperature is high, pull the choke
knob half-way, or keep it fully open.
Choke adjustment is
3
not necessary for the
auto-choke engine.
ELECTRIC STARTER
4
Turn the key switch to the "START"
position.
Do not operate the electric starter
continuously for more than 5 seconds,
even if the engine dose not start.
If the engine failed to start, set the
key to the "RUN" position and wait for
about 10 seconds before retrying.
Never turn the key switch to the
"START" position while engine is
running.
9
CLOSE
OFF
RUN
START