MULTIQUIP Stow MS-63, Operation And Parts Manual

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STOW MS-63 MIXER — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (03/26/10) — PAGE 17
STOW MS-63 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — BASIC ENGINE COMPONENTS
Figure 6. Engine Controls and Components
INITIAL SERVICING
The engine (Figure 6) must be checked for proper lubrication and
filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturers 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.
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.
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.
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
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.
8 . Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system. Set
spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch) Clean
spark plug once a week.
9 . Muffler – Used to reduce noise and emissions.
10 . Fuel Tank – Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional
information refer to engine owner's manual.
NOTE
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