4 ENGLISH STARTING THE ENGINE (NORMAL) To avoid personal injury: A Do not allow children to approach the machine while the engine is running. A Be sure to install the machine on which the engine is installed, on a flat place. A Do not run the engine on gradients. A Do not run the engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust gas can cause air pollution and exhaust gas poisoning. A Keep your hands away from rotating parts (such as fan, pulley, belt, flywheel etc.) during operation. A Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. A Do not wear loose, torn or bulky clothing around the machine. It may catch on moving parts or controls, leading to the risk of accident.
Use additional safety items, e.g. hard hat, safety boots or shoes, eye and hearing protection, gloves, etc., as appropriate or required. A Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating engine. A Check to see if it is safe around the engine before starting. A Reinstall safeguards and shields securely and clear all maintenance tools when starting the engine after maintenance. 1. Set the fuel lever to "ON". (1) Fuel lever (A) "ON" (B) "OFF" 2. Place the engine stop lever in the "START" position. 3. Place the speed control lever at more than half "OPERATION".
(1) Speed control lever (2) Engine stop lever (A) "IDLING" (B) "OPERATION" (C) "START" (D) "STOP" A Do not use ether or any starting fluid for starting the engine, or a severe damage will occur. A When starting the engine after a long storage (of morer than 3 months), first set the stop lever to the "STOP" position and then activate the starter for about 10 seconds to allow oil to reach every engine part. OP ERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE CAUTION