Meridian Seed Express 1050, Operator'S Manual

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5.2 ENGINE AND CONTROLS
A Honda
®
engine is used with the unit. Always
read the engine Operator’s Manual supplied
with the seed tender for the detailed operating
procedures.
Electrical System Key Switch (1)
This key switch controls the power to the
electrical system. Turn the key clockwise to turn
the electrical system ON. The key must be in
the ON position for the engine to start. Turn the
key clockwise to the START position to start the
engine. Turn the key counterclockwise to stop the
engine and turn OFF the electrical system.
Choke Knob (2)
The choke knob controls the fuel/air mixture to
the engine. Pull to close the choke when starting
if the engine is cold. Open the choke as the
engine warms. Always open the choke fully during
operation.
Throttle Lever (3)
This lever controls the engine RPM. Move the
lever up to increase RPM or down to decrease
RPM. Always run at maximum throttle while
operating.
Hour Meter (4)
After starting the engine, the total time of engine
operation will be displayed. It will not display the
time of engine operation by just turning the key
switch ON.
Battery (12 Volt) (5)
A 12 Volt battery supplies the power to start the
gasoline engine. When the engine is operating, a
trickle charge is sent to the battery to keep it fully
charged.
Fuel Cut Solenoid (Not Shown)
The engine is equipped with a fuel cut solenoid
that allows fuel to fl ow to the carburetor when the
engine switch is in the ON or START position and
stops the fl ow of fuel to the carburetor when the
engine switch is in the OFF position. The engine
must be connected to the battery to energize the
fuel cut solenoid, allowing the engine to run. If the
battery is disconnected, fuel fl ow to the carburetor
will stop.