Cub Cadet 1X 21 inch LHP Operation Manual - Page 8

Operation 5 Pre-Operation Check IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped without gasoline in the engine. See the Set-Up Section of this manual for instructions on adding gasoline. IMPORTANT: Some engines are shipped with oil already in the engine, others without oil already in the engine. It is very important to check the oil before operating the engine and to add if necessary. See the Set-Up Section of this manual for instructions on checking and adding oil. For your safety, and in order to maximize the service life of this equipment, it is very important to check its condition before you operate this engine. Make certain to service, correct or fix any problem that might be identified before attempting to operate this engine. WARNING! Improperly maintaining this engine, or failure to correct any problem before operation can cause a malfunction which could result in serious injury or even death. Always perform a pre-operation inspection before each operation, and correct any problem. Before you start the engine, always check the following items: 1. Fuel Recommendations (See Set Up Section) 2. Checking Oil Level (See Set Up Section) 3. Air filter (if equipped) (See Maintenance Section) 4. General Overall Inspection. Check for any fluid leaks or discharges, and loose or damaged parts. 5. Check the owner's manual provided with the equipment that is powered by this engine. Review the owner's manual for any precautions and procedures that should be followed before starting the engine. Starting the Engine WARNING! Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are flammable. WARNING! An adult should start the engine. Only allow children to start the engine if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of such operation. WARNING! If you are unable to start this engine after following instructions in this manual, contact your authorized MTD Service Dealer. To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your engine, DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way. for example: • DO NOT use starting fluid. • DO NOT spray flammable vapors into the carburetor. • DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor. • DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter rope with spark plug removed. Fuel can spray from spark plug hole and ignite. NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting. The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperatures. Familiarize yourself with the engine symbols shown in "Figure 5-1" before attempting to start this engine. If this engine is remotely controlled by the equipment it is powering, be sure to familiarize yourself with the equipment Operator's Manual as well. Fast Slow/Idle Engine Off Run Choke Primer Figure 5-1 1. If equipped, insert the key. Important: The key is a safety device. Do not turn the key in an attempt to start the engine. Doing so may cause it to break. Key Figure 5-2 NOTE: The following starting instructions are for several different types of engines. In order to locate the instructions that apply to your engine, first determine what type of starter you have. If you have an electric starter, see Engines With Electric Starters. If you have a manual recoil starter, see Engines with Recoil Starters later in this section. Electric Start Pull Start Figure 5-3 8