Briggs & Stratton 580447 - Manual (Page 9)

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STARTING & STOPPING
TO START ENGINE
[1]. Insert key into starter
switch at OFF position.
[2]. Open throttle control
slightly.
[3]. Turn key to START.
Typical starter switch Typical throttle control
CAUTION: To prolong starter life, use short starting cycles, not to
exceed 15 secs/min. Extended cranking can damage starter motor.
Follow equipment manufacturer’s recommendations, if any.
[4]. When engine starts, release key,
which will return to ON position.
[5]. NOTE: If engine does not start
immediately follow below:
CHOKE OPERATION/ENGINE WARM-UP
• If engine does not start immedi-
ately, pull choke.
• After starting, allow engine to
warm up a few minutes before
applying load. Open choke grad-
ually when applying load.
PULL
TO CHOKE
Typical starter switch
Typical choke control
TO STOP ENGINE
[1]. Move throttle to SLOW.
Allow engine to run for
short time to cool down.
[2]. Turn key to
OFF.
Always remove
key and store
out of reach of
children.
CAUTION:
Do not move choke control
to CHOKE to stop engine.
Backfire or engine damage
may occur.
Typical throttle control
Typical starter switch