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Honda Engine - Before Operation Checks
It is essential you read the Honda Manual before operation of your sprayer for the
first time. Improper use can result in serious injury or death.
For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it is very important to
take a few moments before you operate the engine to check its condition. Be sure to take
care of any problem you find, or have your servicing dealer correct it, before you operate the
engine.
Warning! Improperly maintaining this engine, or failure to correct a problem before
operation, can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always perform a preoperation inspection before each operation, and correct any
problem.
Before beginning your preoperation checks, be sure the engine is level and the engine
switch is in the OFF position. Always check the following items before you start the engine:
Check the General Condition of the Engine:
1. Look around and underneath the engine for signs of oil or gasoline leaks.
2. Remove any excessive dirt or debris, especially around the muffler and recoil starter.
3. Look for signs of damage.
4. Check that all shields and covers are in place, and all nuts, bolts, and screws are
tightened.
Check the Engine:
1. Check the fuel level.
Starting with a full tank will help to eliminate or reduce operating
interruptions for refueling.
2. Check the engine oil level.
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.The Oil Alert system
(applicable types) will automatically stop the engine before the oil level falls below safe
limits. However, to avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected shutdown, always check the
engine oil level before startup.
3. Check the reduction case oil level on applicable types. Oil is essential to reduction case
operation and long life.
4. Check the air filter element. A dirty air filterelement will restrict air flow to the carburetor,
reducing engineperformance.
5. Check the equipment powered by this engine. Review the instructions provided with the
equipment powered by this engine for any precautions and procedures that should
be followed before engine startup.
