POINTS IN OPERATION AND HOW TO STOP
STARTING
CAUTION:
• Move at least 3 m (10 feet) away from the place of refueling.
• Do not start the earth auger with the exhaust muffler facing toward the operator. Wrong
standing position may result in injury from the hot muffler or breathing carbon monoxide
fumes during operation. Always stand opposite side of engine muffler.
• The operator should position himself on firm footing.
1) Turn the engine I-O switch to the "I" (ON) position.
2) Continue to push the primer pump until fuel comes into the primer pump. (In general, 7 to
10 pushes.)
3)
– If the engine is cold or the ambient temperature is low, close the choke lever fully.
– If the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high, open the choke lever half-way, or
keep it fully open.
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Primer pump
close
Choke lever