12OPERATION1. Starting1) When the engine is cold or after refuelling(1) Set this machine on a flat space.(2) Set the stop switch to “ I ” position.(3) Make sure that the cruise control lever is in the low-speedposition.(4) Continue to push the primer pump until fuel comes into theprimer pump.• In general, fuel comes into the carburetor by 7 to 10 pushes.• If the primer pump is pushed excessively, an excess ofgasoline returns to the fuel tank.(5) Lift the choke lever to the closed position.(6) Hold the element cover with left hand to prevent the enginefrom moving.(7) Pull out slowly the starter handle till a certain resistance is felt.Return the starter handle backward once from this position,then pull it out with force.• Never pull the rope to the full extension.• Once the start knob is pulled, never release your handimmediately. Hold the start knob until it returns to its originalpoint.(8) When the engine starts, open the choke lever.• Open the choke lever fully when checking the engine oper-ation.• In cold or when the engine is cooled down, never open thechoke lever suddenly. Otherwise, the engine may stop.(9) Continue warm-up operation for 2 to 3 minutes.(10) Warm-up is complete when there is quick engine accelerationfrom low rpm to full throttle.WARNING• Never attempt engine start in a place where the fuel has been supplied.- It may cause ignition or fire. When starting the engine, keep a distance of at least 3 m.• Exhaust gas from the engine is toxic. Do not operate the engine in a poorly-ventilated place, such as in a tunnel, building, etc.- Operating the engine in the poorly-ventilated place may cause poisoning by exhaust gas.• In case of detection of any abnormality in sound, odor, vibration after starting, stop the engine immediately and carry out inspection.- If the engine is operated without attending such abnormality, an accident may occur.• Make sure that the engine stops when the stop switch is set to “O” position.(2)Stop SwitchCruise control leverOpen(3) Hi-speedLow-speed(7)(8)Choke leverPrimer pump Close(4) (5)