PAGE 16 — SFCG1 CONCRETE SAW— OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (03/10/04)
Figure 4. Engine Controls and Components
INITIAL SERVICING
The engine (Figure 4) 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.
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.
8
.
Spark Plug –
Provides spark to the ignition system. Clean
spark plug once a week.
9
.
Muffler –
Used to reduce noise and emissions.
SFCG1 CONCRETE SAW— 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
.
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.
NOTE
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
10
. Fuel Tank –
Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional
information refer to engine owner's manual.
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.
