Cushman BELLHOP 2, Owner'S Manual And Service Manual

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OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
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Owner’s Manual and Service Guide
Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
SPARK PLUG
Tool List Qty. Required
Spark plug socket, 13/16", 1/2" drive........................... 1
Ratchet, 1/2" drive ....................................................... 1
Plug gauge, wire type.................................................. 1
Anti-seize compound................................................ AR
Torque wrench, 1/2" drive, ft. lbs. ................................ 1
Use care not to over-tighten the plug. Over-tightening
can cause damage to the aluminum cylinder head
threads.
Remove and inspect the spark plug at intervals as indi-
cated in the Periodic Service Schedule (Ref Fig. 15 on
page 13). Spark plug should be properly gapped (Ref
Fig. 33 on page 22). Tighten to 16 ft. lbs. (22 Nm) torque.
Fig. 33 Gapping the Spark Plug
Fouled spark plug is indicated by a wet, black appear-
ance. This could be caused by a dirty air filter element or
other restrictions in the air intake system. Incorrectly
adjusted valves, spark plug wire which are in poor condi-
tion or poor quality fuel could also contribute to the prob-
lem.
DIRECTION SELECTOR
The single cable direction selector is a mechanical
device that operates a cable connected to the rear axle.
The cable is sealed and does not require lubrication.
Required adjustment should be minimal. Adjust threaded
fitting at forward cable mount while selector is in the
‘REVERSE’ position until direction selector cam will con-
tact both stops, or contacts the reverse stop and main-
tains no more than an 1/8” gap at the ‘FORWARD’ stop.
If further adjustment is nessesary, adjust threaded fitting
at the rear axle cable mount. Lubricate the direction
selector, linkage and related moving parts periodically
PROLONGED STORAGE
To reduce the possibility of severe injury or
death resulting from a possible explosion:
Do not handle fuel in an area that is not
adequately ventilated. Do not smoke near
the fuel tank or refuel near open flame or
electrical items which could produce a
spark.
Store vehicle in a clean, dry area. Do not
store in same area as a stove, furnace,
water heater, or other appliance that uses a
pilot light or has a device that can create a
spark.
When refueling, inspect the fuel cap for
leaks or breaks that could result in fuel spill-
age.
Always wear safety glasses while refueling
to prevent possible eye injury from gasoline
or gasoline vapor.
Keep hands, clothing and jewelry away from
moving parts. Use care not to contact hot
objects. Raise the rear of the vehicle and
support on jack stands before attempting to
run the engine.
Preparing the engine for a prolonged storage period (30
days or more) calls for a few simple steps to prevent a
build up of varnish and gum in the carburetor and corro-
sion in the engine.
•
Raise the rear of the vehicle and support on jack
stands. Refer to ‘Lifting the Vehicle’ for proper lift-
ing procedure and safety information.
•
Disconnect the fuel hose at the fuel tank and plug
hose.
•
With proper ventilation, depress the accelerator
pedal and allow engine to run until it stops due to
lack of fuel.
•
Remove spark plug and pour about 1 oz. (30 ml)
of engine oil into the cylinder. Replace spark plug,
ground spark plug wire and use starter to turn
engine over a few seconds to distribute oil.
•
Add a gasoline additive to the tank in accordance
with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
0.7 - 0.8 mm
(.028” - .031”)
Gap
Plug