Engines 101

Starting Your Engine

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Push Power Starting Step Process


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PRIME ‘N PULL™ 

   

  

Before you begin...       Engine may have shipped without oil. Check the engine oil level before starting.

Step 1: Locate primer bulb & push primer bulb slowly 3 time

Step 2: Depress safety bail on mower handle

Step 3: Pull the starter rope handle 

 

READYSTART® 

   

 

 
  Step 1: Depress safety bail on mower handle Step 2: Pull the starter rope handle  
 

ELECTRIC START

   

Step 1: If equipped - push primer bulb slowly 3 times

Step 2: Depress safety bail on mower handle

Step 3: Turn the starter key

 
WARNING
 
Failure to read and follow the operator’s manual and all operating instructions can result in death, bodily injury, and/or property damage.
 
WARNING
  
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Turn off engine and wait at least 2 minutes before refueling. Let spilled fuel evaporate before starting engine. Always allow space for fuel expansion.
 
WARNING
Outdoor use ONLY. DO NOT start or run engine indoors or in an enclosed area, even if windows and doors are open. Running engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, poison gas that can cause nausea, fainting or death.
 
WARNING

 

DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Turn off engine and remove the spark plug wire before performing any checks or services to the machine.  

 
WARNING

 

This cutting machine is capable of throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety warnings could result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

  • Do not operate the walk-behind mower without proper guards or other safety devices in place.
  • Remove objects that could be thrown by blade.
  • Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.