Tanaka TPB-400GX Benutzerhandbuch

the powerboard.  If engine is started when detached, clutch components will 
come loose and can cause serious injury or death. 
 
Before starting, move at least 10 feet away from where you filled the tank. 

 
1.  Depress primer bulb several times to draw 

fuel from the tank to the carburetor (TPB-
400GX only). 

2.  Set the CHOKE LEVER to the CHOKE 

(UP) position (Fig. 7). 

3.  Pull the RECOIL STARTER briskly, making 

sure to hold the handle in your grasp (Fig. 
8). Note: Do not allow it to snap back, let it 
back slowly. It may be necessary to repeat 
this step several times until the motor 
starts. 

 
When starting the unit for the first time, it 
may be necessary to pull the starter handle 
multiple times until it starts because the 
gas needs to be drawn into the carburetor. 
  
4.  Once the engine has started, quickly move 

the CHOKE LEVER into the RUN (DOWN) 
position. (Fig. 7) 

5.  After engine is started, let it warm up for 2-3 

minutes before riding.  

 

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

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