Yanmar Thermostart

[duane]

Thanks for all the replies. My friend says starting his 1720D with and without the thermostart is night and day in very cold temperatures.
thanks
Duane

 

[gbirky]

I guess it depends on what you call very cold conditions. My YM1301D starts without it down to about 35 deg F. It starts pretty easily down to about 25 deg F using the thermostart. I haven't tried starting it at temps below 25 yet.

 

[MarkStewart]

What's the proper procedure for using the thermostart? How can I tell if mine is working properly? Is it difficult to fix? Thanks.

 

[Inspector507]

To see if it's working.........

Fill revervoir with fuel.
Remove air cleaner cover.
Turn key Counterclockwise and look into intake.
Smoke and then flame should appear if working.

Jerry