ENGINE SHUTDOWN
It is important in a normal shutdown that the engine be idled under no load conditions at half-speed or less
for at least three to five minutes. This allows lubricating oil and coolant to carry heat away from the combustion
chamber, pistons, valves and exhaust system. Sudden shutdown results in extreme localized heat-rise with
potential engine damage.
Shutdown is accomplished by PRESSING THE STOP BUTTON and holding it until engine stops.
EMERGENCY STOP KNOB
In an emergency, or if after pushing the engine stop button the engine continues to operate, the
emergency stop knob may be pulled to stop the engine. This knob, when pulled, will trip the air shutdown valve
located between the air inlet housing and the blower and shut off the air supply to the engine. Lack of air will
prevent further combustion of the fuel and stop the engine.
The emergency stop knob must be pushed back in after the engine stops so the air shutdown valve can
be manually reset for restarting. The reset lever must be pushed toward a horizontal position to reset the air
shutdown valve.
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