Operating Instructions
BMP-200-X
May 2006
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Operating Procedures for BMP-200-X (GAS)
Start-Up
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Add oil and gasoline to the machine.
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Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position.
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Move the choke lever to the CLOSED position (cold engine).
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Move the throttle lever 1/3 of the way toward the FAST position.
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Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
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Operate the starter by lightly pulling the starter grip until you feel resistance, then
pull briskly.
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Gently return the starter grip.
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Lower drum and begin grinding.
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Read the following additional information before operating your scarifier.
Caution: Never tilt the unit back on the handle. Oil will flow into the cylinder head
and could severely damage the motor and void the warranty.
Drive Motor/Engine:
The internal combustion engines are supplied without fuel or motor oil. Therefore, be sure
to fill them as instructed in the manufacturer’s manual. If the motor suddenly stops, the oil
could be to low or it may have been overfilled.
Caution:
Start the motor ONLY when the cutter drum assembly is in the raised position
and the parking brake on.
Cutter/Drum Configuration
Check to make sure that the drum is configured with the cutters we recommend for the
application in question. When working with special milling cutters, be extra careful about
the correct direction of drum rotation and correct cutter installation. Never tip the machine
on its back to look at the cutters. This can be done quickly and easily by removing the
endplate. When putting the endplate back on the machine, make certain to check the
tightening torque of cover nuts.
Caution:
To avoid bearing damage, repeat this check of the cover nuts from time to time!
Working with the Scarifier:
To engage the drum, lift the black handle up and proceed in forward motion with the lever.
Once the drum engages, you can go lower for more aggressive cutting or back up for
lighter scarifying.
