Brush Bandit 1290XP, Operating & Parts Manual

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MODELS 1290XP/1590 CONTROLS
CONSULT THE ENGINE MANUFACTURER’S MANUAL FOR SPECIFIC
CONTROLS, OPERATION, & MAINTENANCE FOR TYPICAL ENGINES
1) Ignition Switch:
Turn the ignition switch key clockwise one stop (on position) to turn the electrical system on. The key should remain in the
on position while the engine is running. Turn the key fully clockwise (start position) this will start the engine. To shut off the
engine, return the key to the off position.
2) On/Off Switch - Push Button Start:
Some gasoline engines may have a Toggle Switch or an On/Off Switch combined with a push button to start the engine.
First turn the On/Off Switch or Toggle Switch to the on position, then depress and hold the Push Button Start until the engine
starts, then release the button. To shut off the engine, return the On/Off Switch or Toggle Switch to the off position.
3) Ignition Switch With Preheat:
The typical diesel engine may have a preheat system to assist in starting the engine during cold weather. To activate the
preheat system, continue to hold the ignition key in the preheat position for 15 to 20 seconds, then attempt to start the
engine. If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds, return the key to the preheat position, hold 10 seconds, and try starting
again.
4) Choke Adjustment (if equipped):
Some gasoline engines may have a choke adjustment, pull the choke lever out to choke the engine. Push the choke lever in
for normal engine operations.
5) Throttle Adjustment (if equipped):
Some engines may have a knob or a handle for the throttle adjustment. Typically you would pull the knob out, or turn the
handle to increase the engine R.P.M.’s. To decrease you would push in the knob or turn the handle the opposite way.
6) “Bandit” Lever Lock Cable Throttle System (if equipped):
The Bandit throttle system has (2) positions, HIGH and LOW. Engine R.P.M. is controlled by moving the lever from one
position to the other.
8) Push Button Or Electric Throttle System (if equipped):
Some engines may have a push button or electric throttle adjustment. Engine R.P.M. is controlled by pushing a button or
switch to raise or lower the R.P.M.
9) Alternator Warning Light:
This light will glow when the alternator is not charging, or when the ignition switch is turned on and the engine is not running.
10) Oil Pressure Warning Light:
This light will glow when the oil pressure is to low, or when the ignition switch is turned on and the engine is not running.
11) Engine Temperature Warning Light:
This light will glow when the engine, or engine coolant, is above normal operating temperature. If this occurs allow the
engine temperature to cool down. If the engine is overheating because of a loss of coolant, or a broken fan belt, shut the
engine off immediately.
TYPICAL GASOLINE
ENGINE
TYPICAL DIESEL ENGINES
BANDIT THROTTLE SYSTEM
PUSH BUTTON OR ELECTRIC
THROTTLE SYSTEM