MTD 208cc - Manual (Page 6)

Engines with Starter Handle
(non-electric start)
IMPORTANT: Do not pull the starter handle with
engine running.
Insert ignition key fully into slot, Figure 2-4. Make
sure it snaps into place. DO NOT turn ignition key.
The engine cannot start unless the key is inserted
into ignition switch.
Move throttle, Figure 2-1, control to FAST (rabbit)
position.
Move choke, Figure 2-1, to the ON position (cold
engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in OFF
position.
Push primer three to five (3-5) times, making sure to
cover vent hole when pushing, Figure 2-1. If engine
is warm, push primer only once. Always cover vent
hole when pushing. Cool weather may require
priming to be repeated.
Pull gently on the starter handle until it begins to
resist, then pull quickly and forcefully to overcome
the compression. Do not release the handle and al-
low it to snap back. Return rope SLOWLY to original
position. If required, repeat this step.
As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke
control to OFF position. If the engine falters, restart
engine and run with choke at half-choke position
for a short period of time, and then slowly rotate the
choke into OFF position. 1.
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Stopping the Engine
WARNING: To avoid unsupervised en-
gine operation, never leave the engine
unattended while running. Turn the
engine off after use and remove ignition key
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry
off any moisture on the engine.
Move throttle control to STOP position.
Remove the ignition key. Removing the key will
reduce the possibility of unauthorized starting of the
engine while equipment is not in use.
Keep the key
in a safe place. The engine cannot start without
the ignition key.
Wipe any moisture away from the controls on the
engine.
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Operating
the
Engine
WARNING: To avoid
unsupervised engine
operation, never leave the
engine unattended while
running. Turn the engine
off after use and remove
ignition key
WARNING
IMPORTANT: Do not allow
the starter handle to snap
back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent
damage to the starter.