Howto Start The Engine - Craftsman 77236100N - 5.0 Ft-Lbs Gross Torque Edger Operator's Manual

How To Start The Engine
WARNING
• Start and run engine outdoors.
• Do not start or run engine in enclosed area,
even if doors or windows are open.
CAUTION
This engine was shipped from the factory without
oil. If you start the engine without oil, the engine
will be damaged beyond repair and will not be
covered under warranty.
Before starting the engine, make sure to raise the
blade. To raise the blade, move the depth control
lever (D) forward until the blade will not contact the
ground. See Figure 8.
WARNING
• Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
• Before starting the engine, raise the blade so
that it will not contact the ground.
Push the primer button (A) three times. Wait
approximately two seconds between each push,
See Figure 9,
IMPORTANT: Do not use the primer button to
start a warm engine.
A
Figure 9: Primer Button
3 With your left hand, pull back and hold the engine
stop lever (B) in the operating position. See
Figure 8.
4 To start the engine, hold the starter rope handle
(C) firmly with your right hand.
5 Slowly pull the starter rope handle until resistance
is felt, then pull quickly. DO NOT allow the starter
rope to snap back. Let the rope slowly rewind. If
the engine fails to start after three pulls, push the
primer button two times and again pull the starter
rope handle.
6 If assistance is needed, see the "Troubleshooting"
Chart.
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D
Figure 8: Operating Controls
WARNING
• Before starting the engine, make sure to raise
the blade.
• When starting engine, pull the starter rope
handle slowly until resistance is felt, then pull
rapidly.
• Remove all external equipment/engine loads
before starting engine.
• Direct-coupled equipment components such
as, but not limited to, blades, impellers, pulleys,
sprockets, etc., must be securely attached.
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