5.2 Starting and Operating the Engine
5.2.1
Refer to the Honda engine owner’s manual.
5.2.2
Put the fuel valve in the ON position.
5.2.3
Move the choke lever to the closed position.
NOTE:
• The choke may not be needed if the engine is warm or the air temperature is high.
5.2.4
Set the ON/OFF switch to ON (the ON/OFF switch is mounted on the recoil shroud).
5.2.5
Move the throttle lever slightly to the left.
5.2.6
Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly.
NOTE:
• Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent
damage
to the starter.
5.2.7
As the engine warms up, gradually move the choke lever to the OPEN position.
5.3 Using the Centrifugal Pump
5.3.1
Connect suction and discharge hoses. Make sure suction hose is fitted with a strainer.
B. Remove priming plug from top of pump and fill chamber with water.
5.3.2
Operate the engine at idle speed for 3 to 5 minutes.
5.3.3
After engine warm up, move the throttle lever to the operating speed.
5.4 Stopping the Centrifugal Pump
5.4.1
Move the throttle lever fully to the right.
5.4.2
Set the ON/OFF switch to OFF.
5.4.3
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
6. Changing Engine Oil
6.1 Oil Alert
6.1.1
The oil alert sensor detects the lowering of the oil level in the crankcase and
automatically stops the engine when the oil level falls below the predetermined level.
6.1.2
When the engine stops automatically, check the oil level. Refill engine oil to the upper
level and restart the engine.
6.1.3
If the engine does not start by usual starting procedures, check the oil level.
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