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Start and Stop Procedure
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Honda GX120 Petrol Engine
1. Open the fuel tap by moving the fuel ON / OFF lever fully to the right.
2. If starting the engine from cold, set the choke ON by moving the choke lever fully to
the left. If restarting a warm engine, the choke is usually not required, However, if the
engine has cooled to a degree, partial choke may be required.
3. Turn the engine ON / OFF switch clockwise to the ‘I’ position.
4. Set the throttle to the idle position by moving the throttle lever fully to the right.
5. Taking a fi rm hold of the control handle with one hand, grasp the recoil starter handle
with the other. Pull the recoil starter until engine resistance is felt, then let starter
return.
6. Taking care not to pull the starter’s rope fully out and pull the starter handle briskly.
7. Repeat until the engine fi res.
8. Once the engine fi res gradually set the choke lever to the OFF Position by moving it
to the right.
9. If the engine fails to fi re after several attempts, follow the trouble-shooting guide.
10. To stop the engine, turn the engine ON / OFF switch anti-clockwise to the ‘0’ position.
11. Turn the fuel off.
Pre-Start Checks
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Pre start-up inspection.
The following Pre-start-up inspection must be performed before the start of each work
session or after every four hours of use, whichever is fi rst. Please refer to the service
section for detailed guidance. If any fault is discovered, the Porto Screed must not be used until the fault is rectifi ed.
1. Thoroughly inspect the Porto Screed for signs of damage. Make sure that the belt guard is secure before using the machine.
2. Check hoses, fi ller openings, drain plugs and any other areas for signs of leakage. Fix any leaks before operating.
3. Check the engine oil level and top up as necessary.
4. Check the engine fuel level and top up as necessary.
5. Check for fuel and oil leaks.
Preparing the Porto Screed For Use
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Preparing the Porto Screed for use.
1. Extending aluminum beams or fi xed length beams can be supplied with the machine. A variety of fi xed length beams are available.
Contact the sales department for details. The extending beams will extend from 3.25 to 5.2 meters.
2. To fi t the Porto Screed to the aluminum extending beams, fi rst set the beams to the required length. To set the beams, loosen the
four top setscrews on the tie bars, and slide the beams out to length. Once the length has been set, tighten the four setscrews on
the top of the tie bars. the beams length is now fi xed. To fi x the power unit to the extending beams, remove the clamp brackets
from the power unit and place the power unit, approximately central, onto the beams. Then reattach the clamps to the power unit
using the single square hole on the clamp for the bolt (refer to picture). Then tighten the fi xing handles, making sure that the
clamps are still in the correct position. The unit should now be ready for use.
3. To fi t the Porto Screed to the fi xed length beams, ensure that the beams are complete with end frames and that the end frames
are securely attached. Remove the clamp brackets from the power unit and then place the power unit, approximately central, onto
the beams. Invert the clamp brackets and reattach them to the power unit using the slotted hole on the clamp for the bolt (refer to
picture). Then tighten the fi xing handles, ensuring that the clamps are securely attached and still in position on the beams. The
unit should now be ready for use.
Clamp position for fi xed beams. For extending beams, Rotate the clamp 180°.
Note:
Ensure that the power unit is securely clamped to the beams.
If using extending beams, ensure that the length of the extending beams is securely
fi xed before using the machine.
Part numbers for the fi xed length or extending beams can be found in the parts
section.
If you are in any doubt as to the setting up and use of the Porto Screed, don’t
hesitate to contact your local agent or Belle Group.
