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COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS
BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS
IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO?
Check the Engine
Check the General Condition of the Engine
FUEL TANK
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
FUEL FILLER CAP
SPARK PLUG
MUFFLER
FLYWHEEL BRAKE LEVER
(applicable types)
STARTER GRIP
FUEL VALVE LEVER
RECOIL STARTER
AIR CLEANER
CONTROL LEVER
ENGINE CONTROLS
OIL DRAIN PLUG
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For your safety, to ensure compliance with environmental
regulations, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it
is very important to take a few moments before you operate the
engine to check its condition. Be sure to take care of any problem
you find, or have your servicing dealer correct it, before you
operate the engine.
Check the equipment powered by this engine.
Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered
by this engine for any precautions and procedures that should
be followed before engine startup.
Check the air filter element (see page
). A dirty air filter
element will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine
performance.
Check the engine oil level (see page
). Running the engine
with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
Check the fuel level (see page
). Starting with a full tank will
help to eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling.
Check that all shields and covers are in place, and all nuts, bolts,
and screws are tightened.
Look for signs of damage.
Remove any excessive dirt or debris, especially around the
muffler and recoil starter.
Look around and underneath the engine for signs of oil or
gasoline leaks.
Always check the following items before you start the engine:
Before beginning your pre-operation checks, be sure the engine is
level and the engine switch is in the OFF position.
Improperly maintaining this engine, or failure to
correct a problem before operation, can cause a
malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Always perform a pre-operation inspection
before each operation, and correct any problem.
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