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PAGE 12 — G-55H GASOLINE VIBRATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/08/21)
Figure 3. Honda GX160T1QX2 Engine Components
5.5 HP Honda Gasoline Engine
The engine (Figure 3) must be checked for proper lubrication
and filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the
manufacturer's engine manual for instructions & details of
operation and servicing. The engine shown above is a
HONDA
engine. Operation for other types of engines may vary.
1
. Fuel Filler Cap –
Remove this cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened
securely.
DO NOT
over fill.
ENGINE COMPONENTS
2
. Throttle Lever –
Used to adjust engine RPM speed
(lever advanced forward
SLOW
, lever back toward
operator
FAST
).
3
. Engine ON/OFF Switch –
ON
position permits engine
starting,
OFF
position stops engine operation.
4
. Recoil Starter (pull rope) –
Manual-starting method.
Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull
briskly and smoothly.
5.
Fuel Valve Lever –
OPEN
to let fuel flow,
CLOSE
to
stop the flow of fuel.
6
. Choke Lever –
Used in the starting of a cold engine, or
in cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel
mixture.
7
. Air Cleaner –
Prevents dirt and other debris from entering
the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air filter
cannister to gain access to filter element.
10
. Fuel Tank –
Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional
information refer to engine owner's manual.
11.
Oil Drain Plug –
Remove this plug to remove oil from
the engine's crankcase.
12.
Dipstick/Oil Filler Cap –
Remove this cap to determine
if the engine oil is low. Add oil through this filler port as
recommended in Table 3.
9
.
Muffler –
Used to reduce noise and emissions.
Adding fuel to the tank should be done only when the
engine is stopped and has had an opportunity to cool
down. In the event of a fuel spill,
DO NOT
attempt to start the engine until
the fuel residue has been completely
wiped up, and the area surrounding the
engine is dry.
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Engine components can generate
extreme heat. To prevent burns,
DO
NOT
touch these areas while the engine
is running or immediately after
operating.
NEVER
operate the engine
with the muffler removed.
Explosive
Fuel Hazard
Burn Hazard
8
. Spark Plug –
Provides spark to the ignition system.
Clean spark plug once a week.
Operating the engine without an air filter, with a damaged
air filter, or a filter in need of replacement will allow dirt
to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
NOTICE
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