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TANK USE AND STORAGE
Propane Tank Use
We use the Worthington gas cylinders designed for vapor withdrawal. The fuel lock offs, regulators, and engines are
also designed for vapor withdrawal.
• We recommend that you use the OPD (Overflow Protection Device) vapor withdrawal type cylinder. These style
tanks have a triangle shaped valve handle.
• Do not overfill - the best gauge is a scale - never allow tank to weigh over
36 pounds
for an aluminum tank and
43 pounds
for a steel tank.
• Connect fuel cylinder to machine in a well ventilated place.
• Be aware of possible leaks of propane gas if odor is present.
• Use propane tanks designed for vertical use only.
• New tanks must be purged of air at first filling.
Propane Tank Storage
• Store tanks outside in a well-ventilated area.
• Never store fuel cylinders in a vehicle, building, or area where they may exposed to high temperature.
• If the machine is stored inside a building, remove the fuel cylinder and store properly outside.
• Secure fuel cylinders when being transported.
• If tank is left attached to the machine then valve should be OFF.
• Store tanks in the upright position (valves up).
• Be aware of possible leaks of propane gas if odor is present.
STARTING AND STOPPING
THE KAWASAKI ENGINE
Starting The Kawasaki Engine
The Kawasaki engine is equipped with a 12 volt starter and a key switch start.
1. Place propane tank into handle assembly and close propane tank strap clamp to secure tank.
2. Attach propane hose coupling and fully tighten.
3. Start the Extreme Strip machine with the brushes in the running position, flat on the floor.
4. Open propane tank valve (turn counterclockwise) and check for any leaks.
5. Turn the ignition - Start switch to the 'start' position and hold it there until the engine starts. Do not crank for
more than 20 seconds at a time and wait at least one minute between tries when cranking. See the trouble-
shooting guide if the engine does not start after several tries.
6. After engine starts, set the throttle so that the centrifugal clutch will not engage until the engine has warmed
up. Do not operate the machine until the engine has warmed up sufficiently (3 to 5 minutes).
7. Check for frost on the regulator and fuel line. Frost will indicate that the machine is drawing liquid propane
from an overfilled or incorrect tank.
Stopping The Kawasaki Engine
1. Turn propane tank valve to the closed position (turn clockwise) and allow the engine to continue running until
it runs out of fuel. This can be done with the centrifugal engaged or not engaged.
2. Turn key to the off position.
In an emergency, immediately turn the key to the 'off' position.
Backfiring may occur when using this method.
