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BXT Series
5. Controls
Before starting to work, all operators should familiarize
themselves with the location and function of all controls.
5.1 Engine
For further information other than what is provided to follow,
refer to the engine manual that came with your machine.
5.2 BXT4224 Engine Controls
(Honda® GX690 Engine)
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Fig. 5 –
BXT4224 Engine Controls
1. Throttle Lever
2. Choke Knob
3. Engine Start Switch
4. Low Oil Level Alert Indicator
5. Engine Hour Meter
5.2.1 Throttle Lever
The Throttle Lever controls engine speed. Warm up the engine
before putting the chipper to work. The throttle lever should be at
the MAX position during chipper operation.
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Pull the lever up to increase engine speed.
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Push the lever down to decrease engine speed.
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Fig. 6 –
Throttle Lever
5.2.2 Choke Knob
The Choke Knob is used as a starting aid when the engine is
cold. Pulling the knob out supplies a richer fuel mixture to aid
the engine in starting.
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Pull the knob out to apply (close) the choke when starting a
cold engine.
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Push the knob in gradually to turn off (open) the choke as
the engine warms.
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Fig. 7 –
Choke Knob
