Owner's Manual

6. OPERATION

NOTE (HR215SMA): The engine switch

must be in the ON oosition to use the

recoil starter. The engine cannot be started

with the engine switch OFF.

ELECTRIC STARTING (HR215SMA)

Turn the engine switch key to the START

position, and hold it there until the engine

starts.

When the engine starts, release the key,

allowing it to return to the ON position.

If the engine fails to start within 5

seconds, release the key, and wait at least

10 seconds before operating the starter

again.

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Using the electric starter

for more than 5 seconds at a time can

damage the starter motor.

3. Operate the starter.

NOTE:

Always release the ROTO-STOP lever before starting the engine. If the blade drive

is engaged, extra effort will be required to operate the starter.

Self-propelled models: Always release the drive clutch lever before starting the

engine. If the drive clutch lever is held forward while starting, the mower will move

forward before you are ready to guide it.

MANUAL STARTING (all models):

Place your foot on the step of the cutter

deck. Pull the starter grip lightly until you

feel resistance, then pull briskly.

When the engine starts, return the starter

rope gently.

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If you let the starter grip

snap

back against the engine, it may

damage the starter.

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ENGINE SWITCH