Fast Start Guide - Engine Start - read and understand all instruction, warning, and danger labels

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Fast Start Guide content focuses on safe engine start procedures for a mower. It instructs users to read and follow all instruction, warning, and danger labels, and to consult the operator’s manual and engine manual. It explains handle style identification and setup options, including pull-out, folding, and vertical storage handles, plus EZ-Fold handling where equipped. It also covers starting methods: recoil pull-starter steps and an electric start system with battery and internal circuit breaker reset guidance.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages4

Reading Time10 min

AccessFree to download

Engine Start

Identify Handle Style

Pull-Out Handle

Folding Handle

Vertical Storage Handle

Recoil Starter

Electric Start System

Fast Start Guide 778-17498 Engine Start READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION, WARNING, AND DANGER LABELS. PARAINSTRUCCIONESEN ESPAÑOL, REFIÉRASEAL MANUAL DEL OPERADOR. Identify Handle Style Pull-Out Handle (Page 2) Folding Handle (Page 3) Vertical Storage Handle (Page 3) IMPORTANT: Pull-Out Handle (if equipped) Before starting the mower engine ensure the handle has been moved up to the operating position and secured to the mower-Otherwise damage may occur to the blade or engine. IMPORTANT: READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND ENGINE MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES BEFORE OPERATING. Need Help? [www.CRAFTSMAN. com](www.CRAFTSMAN. com)[ ](www.CRAFTSMAN. com)[or Call1-888-331-4569](or Call1-888-331-4569) READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION, WARNING, AND DANGER LABELS. PARAINSTRUCCIONESEN ESPAÑOL, REFIÉRASEAL MANUAL DEL OPERADOR. Pull-Out Handle (if equipped) 1 Remove the two knobs and carriage bolts securing the upper handle to the lower handle. -or Unlock EZ-Fold handle release levers. 3 Reinstall the two knobs and carriage bolts to secure the upper handle to the lower handle. -or Lock EZ-Fold handle release levers. EZ-Fold (if equipped): Ensure position indicator (a) aligns with one of three handle positions (b) . Reinstall the two T-bolts B through handle and into handle brackets. Go to STEP Page 4 IMPORTANT: READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND ENGINE MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES BEFORE OPERATING. Need Help? [www.CRAFTSMAN. com](www.CRAFTSMAN. com)[ ](www.CRAFTSMAN. com)[or Call1-888-331-4569](or Call1-888-331-4569) READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION, WARNING, AND DANGER LABELS. PARAINSTRUCCIONESEN ESPAÑOL, REFIÉRASEAL MANUAL DEL OPERADOR. Folding Handle (if equipped) 1 Remove the two knobs carriage bolts securing the upper handle to the lower handle. -or Unlock EZ-Fold handle release levers. Remove the two T-bolts from the handle brackets. 2 Pivot the handle up into the operating position. Reinstall the two T-bolts through handle and into handle brackets. Go to STEP Page 4 Vertical Storage Handle (if equipped) Unlock the handle release levers. Remove four carriage bolts from the lower handle. C Pivot lower handles forward. Using the four carriage bolts, secure the lower handle to the upper handle. 3 A Lock the handle release levers. Pivot the handle up into the operating position. Go to STEP Page 4 IMPORTANT: READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND ENGINE MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES BEFORE OPERATING. Need Help? [www.CRAFTSMAN. com](www.CRAFTSMAN. com)[ ](www.CRAFTSMAN. com)[or Call1-888-331-4569](or Call1-888-331-4569) READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION, WARNING, AND DANGER LABELS. PARAINSTRUCCIONESEN ESPAÑOL, REFIÉRASEAL MANUAL DEL OPERADOR. 4 A. Hold the blade control against the upper handle. B. Slowly pull recoil starter rope handle from engine and slip starter rope into the rope guide. C. Tighten rope guide wing knob. While standing behind the mower, pivot the blade control gainst the upper handle. Grasp the recoil starter rope handle and pull with quick, full-arm stroke. If the engine does not start after three pulls, wait a few minutes and repeat. Electric Start System (if equipped) A NOTE: For battery pack installation, refer to Operator’s Manual. Insert plastic electric starter push key into starter housing. Standing behind the mower, pull the blade control back against the upper handle. While holding the blade control, push the electric starter push key to start the engine. NOTE: Electric starter is equipped with an internal circuit breaker. If unit fails to start when starter button is depressed, wait one minute for breaker to reset, then attempt to start again. IMPORTANT: READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND ENGINE MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES BEFORE OP

FAQs

What safety instructions must be followed before starting the mower engine?

Read and understand all instruction, warning, and danger labels, and follow the important safe operation practices in the operator’s manual and engine manual.

How should the handle be positioned before starting?

Ensure the handle is moved up to the operating position and secured; otherwise damage may occur to the blade or engine.

What should you do if the engine does not start using the recoil starter?

Pull the recoil starter rope with quick, full-arm strokes, and if the engine does not start after three pulls, wait a few minutes and repeat.

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