Honda WX15 Manuel De L'utilisateur page 22

5.Hold the carrying handle securely and pull the starter grip lightly until
you feel resistance, then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as
shown below.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it
gently to prevent damage to the starter.
NOTE:
Always pull the starter grip briskly. If not pulled briskly, sparks may fail
to jump across the spark plug electrodes, resulting in failure to start the
engine.
Direction to pull
STARTER GRIP
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