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4.5 CONTROLS
Before starting to work, all operators should famil-
iarize themselves with the location and function of
controls.
1.
Gas Engine:
Read the engine manufacturers operator's man-
ual before starting for more detailed instructions.
a.
Ignition Switch:
This key operated switch controls the
electric power to the engine.
OFF
Turn key fully counterclockwise to
stop the electrical system power
and turn the engine off.
RUN
Turn clockwise on detent to the run
position. This is the position where
the engine will continue to run.
START
Turn fully clockwise to the last
spring-loaded detent position to en-
gage the starter solenoid and start
the engine. Release the key when
the engine starts and it will return to
the RUN position.
b.
Choke:
This sliding lever controls the position of the
choke. Slide the lever to the right to open
the choke and to the left to close it.
c.
Throttle:
This sliding lever controls the position of
the throttle. Slide the lever to the right to
decrease engine RPM and to the left to
increase engine RPM.
d.
Fuel Shut-Off Valve:
This valve controls the flow of fuel to the
engine. Turn the valve at right angles to the
fuel line to turn the fuel off and parallel to turn
the fuel on.
Fig. 2 ENGINE
a
b
c
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