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WSC55 SERIES CHEMICAL SPRAY CART • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/30/19) — PAGE 23
COMPONENTS (ENGINE)
Figure 10. Honda GX160 Engine Components
The Honda GX160 engine (Figure 10) must be checked
for proper lubrication and filled with fuel prior to operation.
Refer to the manufacturer's engine manual for detailed
operation and service instructions.
1.
Throttle Lever
— Adjusts engine RPM speed.
2.
Fuel Filler Cap
— Remove to add unleaded gasoline
to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened securely.
DO NOT
overfill.
3.
Fuel Tank
— Holds up to 0.825 gallons (3.1 liters) of
unleaded gasoline. Refer to the manufacturer's engine
manual for additional information.
4.
Engine ON/OFF Switch
—
ON
position permits engine
starting,
OFF
position stops engine operation.
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DANGER
NEVER
fill the fuel tank while the engine
is running or hot. In the event of a fuel
spill,
DO NOT
start the engine until all
fuel residue has been wiped up and the
area surrounding the engine is dry. Fuel
is
extremely flammable
and can ignite if
it comes into contact with hot engine parts
or sparks from the ignition system.
5.
Recoil Starter
— Manual starting mechanism. Slowly
pull the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull
briskly and smoothly to start the engine.
6.
Fuel Valve Lever
— Open to allow the flow of fuel, and
close to prevent the flow of fuel.
7.
Oil Drain Bolt
— Remove to drain oil from the engine
crankcase.
8.
Dipstick/Oil Filler Cap
— Remove to determine
if engine oil is low. Add oil through this port as
9.
Choke Lever
— Aids in starting a cold engine, or
starting in cold weather conditions. The choke enriches
the fuel mixture.
10.
Spark Plug
— Provides spark to the ignition system.
Set the spark plug gap according to the engine
manufacturer's instructions, and clean the spark plug
once a week.
11.
Muffler
— Reduces noise and emissions.
NEVER
touch the muffler while it is hot.
12.
Air Cleaner
— Prevents dirt and other debris from
entering the fuel system. Remove the wing nut on top
of the air cleaner to gain access to the filter elements.
CAUTION
DO NOT
disable or disconnect the engine
ON/OFF
switch. It is provided for operator safety. Injury may
result if it is disabled, disconnected, or improperly
maintained.
WARNING
Engine components can generate
extreme heat. To prevent burns,
NEVER
touch these areas while the engine is
running or immediately after operating.
NEVER
operate the engine with the
muffler removed.
NOTICE
Operating the engine without an air filter, or with a
damaged or worn air filter in need of replacement, will
allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine
wear.