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TRANSPORTING 

 

 

Always keep the machine level when transporting and make sure the fuel valve is in an “off” position. 

 

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS 

 

ENGINE WILL NOT 

START 

Possible Cause 

Correction 

1. Check fuel. 

Out of fuel. 

Refuel 

Bad fuel; engine stored 

without eating or draining 

petrol, of refueled with bad 

petrol. 

Drain the fuel tank and 

Carburetor. Refuel With fresh 

petrol. 

2. Remove and inspect 

Spark plug. 

Spark plug faulty, fouled, or 

Improperly gapped. Spark 

plug wet with fuel (flooded 

engine). 

Replace the spark plug                                         

Dry and reinstall spark plug. 

3.Check choke 

Choke is opened 

Shut off choke well 

4. Take engine to an 

authorized our Servicing 

dealer, or refer to shop 

manual 

Fuel filter clogged, 

carburetor malfunction, 

ignition malfunction, valves 

stuck, etc. 

Replace or repair faulty 

components as necessary. 

5.Key start does not start 

the engine 

Battery needs to be 
recharged or isn’t 
connected correctly. 

Recharge the battery and 

check the connections. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Содержание DG450

Страница 1: ...ENGINES OWNER S MANUAL Model DG450 ...

Страница 2: ...f Maintenance 5 Maintenance Safety 5 Safety Precautions 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 Refueling 6 Fuel Recommendations 6 Engine Oil 7 8 Air Filter 9 Spark Plug 9 10 Fly Wheel Brake Inspection 10 Engine Adjustments 11 Adding a Fuel Stabiliser to Extend Fuel Storage Life 11 Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor 11 12 Transporting 13 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS 13 14 TECHNICAL CONSUMER INFORMATION ...

Страница 3: ...ncy Before attempting to operate this equipment make sure the user receives adequate instruction and training This engine produces poisonous carbon monoxide from the exhaust Never run the engine indoors and always ensure there is adequate ventilation The engine and exhaust become very hot during operation Keep the engine at least 3 feet 1 meter away from buildings and other equipment during operat...

Страница 4: ...this machinery indoors or where there isn t enough ventilation including your shed and garage Carbon Monoxide can build up quickly and cause unconsciousness and death Pay attention to the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this engine for any safety precautions that should be observed with engine startup shutdown or operation STARTING THE ENGINE Turn the fuel valve switch to the O...

Страница 5: ...tive clockwise for electronic ignition operation 2 Engage the brake control handle grasp the starter grip handle and pull slowly until resistance is felt then pull cord rapidly to overcome compression prevent kickback and start engine B1 FLYWHEEL BRAKE MODELS Move the throttle to the choke position engage the starter control handle located on the equipment to release the flywheel brake The engine ...

Страница 6: ... trouble free there is a maintenance schedule included in these instructions Routine and simple maintenance procedures can be carried out with simple hand tools by you the user if you feel confident to do so There are other service tasks that require specialist tools and are more difficult to carry out These are best handled by a professional and we would recommend that they are performed by a qua...

Страница 7: ... to do so MAINTENANCE SHCEDULE 1 Service more frequently when used in dusty environments 2 Change the engine oil every 25 hours when used under heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 3 These items should be serviced by a Cobra authorized servicing dealer unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient If you fail to carry out the above maintenance schedule it could result in n...

Страница 8: ...anty Always use the specified fuel Never use stale or contaminated petrol or oil mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Adding Fuel 1 Carefully remove the fuel tank cap 2 Fill the tank to the bottom of the fuel level limit in the neck of the fuel tank Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine Never overfill Fuel tank capacity DG450 0 32gal U S 1 2L DG550 0 53gal U S 2 0L Adding...

Страница 9: ...high quality oil SAE30 and API SG SH OR SJ classification Drain the engine oil when the engine is warm warm oil drainsquickly and completely 7 Oil filler cap dipstick A Sealing washer B Drain bolt 1 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position to reduce the possibility offuel leakage 2 Place a suitable container next to the engine to catch the used oil 3 Remove the drain boltand drain the oil into the ...

Страница 10: ...e the air cleaner from the air filter base 3 Inspect the air filter elements Replace any damaged elements Clean or replace dirty elements Cleaning 1 Remove the air filter cover and foam element as described in the INSPECTION procedure 2 Remove the foam element from the air cleaner base 3 Tap the element several times on a hard surface to remove excess dirt Never try to brush off dirt brushing will...

Страница 11: ...he spark plug by hand to avoid cross threading 6 Ensure the correct size wrench is used when tightening the washer 7 When installing a new spark plug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer 8 When reinstalling the original spark plug tighten 1 8 1 4 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer FLYWHEEL BRAKE INSPECTION 1 Check to see if the inspection screw is ...

Страница 12: ...e you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced The air in a partially filled fuel tank promotes fuel deterioration Very warm storage temperatures accelerate fuel deterioration Fuel problems may occur within a few months or even less if the petrol was not fresh when you filled the fuel tank Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from...

Страница 13: ...r ignition Only store your machine in a well ventilated indoor area Store away from appliances that could cause a spark such as electric motors or where power tools are operated Do not locate your machine close to an open flame such as a heater boiler Always store your machine with the fuel valve in an off position Do not store your machine with high humidity as this can cause rust and corrosion K...

Страница 14: ...rol 2 Remove and inspect Spark plug Spark plug faulty fouled or Improperly gapped Spark plug wet with fuel flooded engine Replace the spark plug Dry and reinstall spark plug 3 Check choke Choke is opened Shut off choke well 4 Take engine to an authorized our Servicing dealer or refer to shop manual Fuel filter clogged carburetor malfunction ignition malfunction valves stuck etc Replace or repair f...

Страница 15: ...r servicing dealer or referto shop manual Fuelfilter clogged carburetor malfunction ignition malfunction valves stuck etc Replace or repair faulty Components as necessary TECHNICAL CONSUMER INFORMATION TECHNICAL INFORMATION Serial Number Location A Serial number location Record the engine serial number in the space below You will need this information when ordering parts and when making technical ...

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