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Idle Speed

  1. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Turn idle speed knob in dashboard clockwise to stop (if equipped). Disconnect push rod on throttle lever. See Figure .
  2. Adjust idle speed to 700-800 RPM using idle speed screw. Adjust push rod so no pressure is exerted against "Stop" lever and throttle lever is against idle speed screw. Reconnect push rod.