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MVH-R60H —OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/09/04) — PAGE 15
MVH-R60H — COMPONENTS (HONDA GX120K1SM12 ENGINE)
Figure 4. Honda GX160K1QA2 Engine Controls & Components
INITIAL SERVICING
The engine (Figure 4) 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.
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.
WARNING
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.
NOTE
CAUTION - Fueling The Engine
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.
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 operations.
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.
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.
CAUTION - Burn Hazard
10
. Fuel Tank –
Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional
information refer to engine owner's manual.
8
. Spark Plug –
Provides spark to the ignition system. Set
spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch) for
Honda engine. Clean spark plugs once a week.
9
. Muffler –
Used to reduce noise and emissions.
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.
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