[Public-List] Hand cranking an Atomic 4

[Gordon Laco]

That would be a good idea.  I knew someone years ago who while trying to
start a Volvo by the emerg crank got hit in the mouth when the engine gave a
kick.

Gord #246 Surprise


On 15/09/10 2:24 PM, "Rod Symmes" <weatherhelm at hotmail.com> wrote:

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> Hi All;
>         Thanks to Gord for info on a good emergency option.  It is good to
> know that the Atomic 4 is easy to start with a crank.
> I think it would be a good thing if we all had a crank available BUT  I have
> concern about someone getting injured because they have no knowledge of the
> correct way to hand crank an engine.
> Hand cranking is one of those procedures that is fairly safe if done correctly
> .... and can lead to serious injury if done incorrectly.
> Is everyone on the list contemplating a hand crank an Old Fart like me who has
> experience from their youth with "cranky" old tractors  or should I write up a
> few safety instructions as taught to me by my dear-old-Dad ?
> 
> Cheers,   Rod
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