Engine Operation
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WARNING
BEFORE operating the engine, be sure to read this section of the manual, otherwise injury
to personnel or damage to equipment may occur.
Engine starting
components
1.
Fuel Valve
When the fuel valve is in the ON position, fuel is allowed to flow from the fuel
tank to the carburetor. Be sure to return the fuel valve to the OFF position after
stopping the engine.
2.
Choke Lever
The choke is used to provide an
enriched fuel mixture when
starting a cold engine. It can be
opened and closed by operating
the choke lever manually.
Move choke lever to the left
toward CLOSED to enrich the
mixture for cold starting.
3.
Engine Switch
Turn the switch ON, and pull
recoil to START. To stop the
engine, turn the switch OFF.
4.
Recoil
To start the engine, pull the starter rope lightly until resistance is felt, then pull
briskly.
5.
Throttle Lever
The throttle lever controls the engine speed. Pump output is controlled by
adjusting the throttle lever.
WARNING:
Improper maintenance or failure to correct a problem before operation can cause
a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. ALWAYS follow the
inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this manual.
Displacement
212
Starting Type
Recoil/Electric Start
Ignition Type
Transistorized Magneto Ignition
Lubricating Type
Splash
Model
212cc
Spark Plug Gap
0.7
~
0.8mm (0.028
~
0.03in)
Spark Plug Torque
20-30N.m
Intake Valve Clearance
0.08
~
0.12mm (0.003
~
0.005in)
Exhaust Valve Clearance
0.13
~
0.17mm (0.005
~
0.007in)
