PAGE 18 —STOW PORTO MIXER — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (08/08/03)
Figure 5. Engine Controls and Components
INITIAL SERVICING
The engine (Figure 5) must be checked for proper lubrication and
filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturers engine
manual for instructions and details of operation and servicing. The
engine shown above is a Briggs and Stratton engine, operation
for other types of engines may vary somewhat.
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.
6.
Throttle Lever – Used to adjust engine RPM speed (lever
advanced forward
SLOW, lever back toward operator
FAST).
7.
Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in
cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel
mixture.
DANGER
STOW PORTO MIXER— BASIC 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.
Fuel Tank – Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional
information refer to engine owner's manual.
3.
Recoil Starter (pull rope) – Manual-starting method. Pull
the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull briskly and
smoothly.
4.
Oil Drain Plug – Remove this plug to remove oil from the
engine's crankcase.
5.
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 4.
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.
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
8.
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.
9.
Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system. Set
spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.024 - 0.028 inch) Clean
spark plug once a week.
10. Muffler - Used to reduce noise and emissions.
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