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Augers & Engine Drills
Starting Cold Engine
1
Place on flat surface
Step 1.
Stand the engine upright on a level surface.
2
Switch
Step 2.
Place ignition switch in ON (START/RUN) position.
3
Purge Bulb
Step 3.
Push purge bulb 3 to 4 times (or until fuel is visible in fuel return line).
4
Choke Lever
Step 4.
Shift choke lever to close position (START).
5
Pull Starter Handle
Step 5.
Pull starter handle until the engine fires.
6
Start the engine
Step 6.
Shift choke lever to full open position, and if necessary, start the engine again and allow to warm up before using.
The clutch engages at approximately 3500 r/min. Therefore the drill bit may rotate at fast idle engine speed.