Simplicity UVGT1621BV Instruction De Maintenance

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SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 
 
2.3  STARTING AND STOPPING ENGINE 
Before attempting to start and operate machine, 
perform all steps in the Pre-Start Check List 
 
2.3.1. Starting 
Engine 
A.  Sit in operator’s seat and latch seat belt.  Adjust 
seat belt to a snug fit.  If carrying a passenger, the 
one passenger must also be seated with seat belt 
securely latched and adjusted to a snug fit before 
starting engine. 
B.  Set park brake. 
C.  Shift transmission to neutral. 
D.  Make sure POWERLINK™ generator speed 
control lever is set all the way down to ‘SLOW’ 
(equipped models only). 
E.  Move choke control lever to the “ON” position 
to start a cold engine. 
F.  Push accelerator pedal down approximately 1/3 
of travel. 
G.  Turn ignition key to “START” position and hold 
until engine starts.  If after 5 to 10 seconds of 
cranking the engine has not started, release key 
and wait 20 seconds before attempting to crank the 
engine again. 
H.  After engine starts, move the choke control to 
the “OFF” position.  Partial choke may be required 
to keep the engine running smoothly during the 
initial warm up period.   
I.  Allow 2 minutes for the engine to warm up.  
Make sure choke is in “OFF” position after engine 
has warmed. 
J.  Release accelerator pedal.  Engine should idle.  
If engine dies, additional warm up time may be 
required.   
 
2.3.2. Stopping 
Engine 
A.  Release accelerator pedal and allow engine to 
return to idle.  Do not immediately stop a hot 
engine.  Allow engine to idle several minutes to cool 
off before stopping. 
B.  
Set park brake 
C.  
Shift the transmission to Neutral. 
D.  
Turn key to Stop and remove key. 
 
2.4 
STARTING AND STOPPING MACHINE 
MOTION 
 
IMPORTANT! – MACHINE MUST BE FULLY 
STOPPED AND THE ENGINE AT IDLE SPEED 
BEFORE SHIFTING GEARS. ALWAYS MOVE THE 
SHIFT LEVER WITH A QUICK AND POSITIVE 
MOTION TO AVOID GRINDING GEAR. 
 
2.4.1.  Starting Motion - Forward 
A.  Complete pre-start checklist. 
B.  
Operator must be seated with seat belt 
securely latched and adjusted to a snug fit. 
C.  
Park brake must be set and the transmission in 
Neutral. 
D.  POWERLINK™ generator speed control lever 
must be set all the way down to ‘SLOW’ (equipped 
models only). 
E.  
Start engine and allow 2 minute warm up 
period. 
F.  
Shift transmission to Forward.  ENGINE MUST 
BE AT IDLE SPEED. 
G.  
Release park brake. 
H.  Move accelerator pedal slowly and with 
caution. Allow machine to accelerate to desired 
speed. 
 
2.4.2.  Starting Motion - Reverse 
 
WARNING 
BEFORE BACKING, Stop machine completely. 
 
LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets 
and hazards, before and while backing. 
 
A.  Complete pre-start checklist. 
B.  
Operator must be seated with seat belt 
securely latched and adjusted to a snug fit.   
C.  
Park brake must be set and the transmission in 
Neutral. 
D.  
POWERLINK™ generator speed control lever 
must be set all the way down to ‘SLOW’ (equipped 
models only). 
E.  
Start engine and allow 2 minute warm up 
period. 
F.  
Shift transmission to Reverse.  ENGINE MUST 
BE AT IDLE SPEED. 
G.  
Release park brake. 
H.  Back slowly.  Move accelerator pedal slowly 
and with caution.  Do not back at high speeds and 
avoid sudden or sharp turns while backing.   
I.  When changing directions from Forward to 
Reverse bring machine to a complete stop first.  
Release accelerator pedal and apply brake. 
J.  Shift transmission to Reverse. Release brake 
pedal and back slowly. 
 
2.4.3. Stopping 
Motion 
A.  Release accelerator pedal 
B.  Apply a firm steady pressure to brake pedal, 
bringing machine to a controlled stop. 
C.  Set park brake. 
D.  Shift transmission to Neutral. 
E.  Stop engine. 
F.  Remove key. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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