Operation, Warning, Caution – Briggs & Stratton 1732 User Manual

Page 17: Stopping the engine

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Operation

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4.

Turn the fuel shut-off valve (B, Figure 2), if equipped,
to the ON position.

5.

Push in the safety key (C).

6.

Turn the choke control knob (D) to the choke posi-
tion.

NOTE: Do not use the choke to start a warm engine.

7.

Push the primer button (E) two times.

NOTE: Do not use the primer to start a warm engine.

8.

Rewind Start: Firmly hold the starter cord handle
(F). Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt,
then pull rapidly.

NOTE: If the engine does not start after three
attempts, see the “Troubleshooting” section in the
Engine Owner’s Manual.

9.

Electric Start: First connect the extension cord to
the power cord receptacle (A, Figure 3) and then into
a wall receptacle. If an additional extension cord is
required, make sure it is a 3-wire.

WARNING

If the extension cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent
or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a
hazard.

CAUTION

To extend the life of the starter, use short starting
cycles (five seconds maximum). Wait one minute
between starting cycles.

B

A

C

Figure 3. Start Engine - Electric
A. Power Cord Receptacle
B. Push Button
C. Starter Cord Handle

STOPPING THE ENGINE

WARNING

Gasoline and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive.Fire or explosion can
cause severe burns or death. Do not choke the
carburetor to stop the engine.

1.

Move the throttle control lever (A, Figure 2 ) to SLOW
and then to the STOP position.

2.

Remove the safety key (C). Keep the safety key out
of the reach of children.

3.

After the engine stops, turn the fuel shut-off valve (B)
to the CLOSED position.

10. Electric Start: Depress the push button (B). After

you start the engine, first disconnect the exten-
sion cord from the wall receptacle and then from the
power cord receptacle (A).

NOTE: If the engine does not start after three
attempts, see the “Troubleshooting” section in the
Engine Owner’s Manual.

11. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes.

Then slowly move the choke control knob to the run
position.

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