Minuteman SW5X PB40PH, Instruction Manual

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NOTE Should the engine not start
after 5 seconds, interrupt
starting procedure, turn ig-
nition start switch to "0" po-
sition and repeat starting
procedure.
The starting procedure may
be extended to 15 seconds
at temperatures below 32°F
(0°C).
NOTE Let engine run for some se-
conds before pushing ba ck
the choke knob.
Stop engine
- Actuate parking brake
- Set engine speed governor to idling
position
- Turn ignition off
- Close cylinder valve.
Before a longer out-of-ope-
ration period of the machine
(longer than one hour),
switch off ignition only if
engine has died away itself
after closing of the cylinder
valve.
CO contents of the exhaust gas
The CO contents of the exhaust gas must
not exceed 0.1 % by volume when idling
(1,400 to 1,450 rpm) and if engine is at
operating temperatures without use of
working implements.
Qualified persons and works-
hops with personnel having
evidenced qualification for exe-
cution of such works is autho-
rized only to proceed to setting
work.
Liquid Propellant Gas System FIRST OPERATION
Operation
Refer to the Sweeper operating
instructions for information on opera-
tion; the present manual contains
specifications for liquid propellant gas
system only.
Start engine
- Set all operating elements and
switches to neutral position.
NOTE Do not contact the drive
pedal by foot.
- Actuate parking brake.
- Open cylinder valve.
- Set speed governor to full throttle
position
- Pull choke knob as well if engine
has already attained service tempe-
rature.
- Turn ignition start switch to position
1.
- Continue turning ignition start
switch to position 2 until the engine
cranks. Push choke flap knob back
at the first ignition impulses already.
Then release ignition start switch.