LOW OIL SHUTDOWN
The low oil shutdown system is designed to prevent engine damage caused
by an insucient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in
the crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the low oil shutdown system
will automatically stop the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON
position). The low oil shutdown system should not take the place of checking
the oil level before each use. If the engine stops and will not restart, check the
engine oil level before troubleshooting in other areas.
STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING! Direct-coupled equipment components such as, but not
limited to, blades, impellers, pulleys, sprockets, etc., must be securely
attached before the engine is started to avoid injury or damage.
1. Turn the choke dial to the left to fully choke the engine.
2. Move the throttle lever away from MIN. position, about 1/3 of way toward
the MAX. position.
3. Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
4. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull the
starter handle briskly. The engine should turn over and start running.
• Do not allow the recoil starter handle to snap back against the
engine. Instead, return the starter grip gently by hand.
5. If the engine oods, set the choke to the OPEN/RUN position, place the
throttle in FAST and attempt to start the engine again.
6. If the choke dial was moved to the CLOSED position to start the engine,
gradually turn it to the OPEN position as the engine warms.
The engine may make a metallic rapping noise (spark knock, ping) while
running under a heavy load. This is normal. Replace the fuel with premium
quality gasoline if the metallic rapping noise continues under normal load.
Contact a qualied mechanic if the pinging continues as this may indicate
existing engine damage.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Do not choke carburetor to stop engine. In an emergency turn the
engine switch to the OFF position to stop the engine.
Stop the engine by following this procedure:
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