BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS
FEATURES
IS YOUR ENGINE READY TO GO?
Check the Engine
Check the General Condition of the Engine
Centrifugal Clutch (applicable types)
Fuel tank Vent
ENGLISH
FUEL CAP
VENT KNOB
FUEL FILLER CAP
C
C
L
L
O
O
S
S
E
E
O
O
P
P
E
E
N
N
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For your safety, 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.
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 preoperation inspection before
each operation, and correct any problem.
Before beginning your preoperation checks, be sure the engine is
level and the engine switch on the equipment is in the OFF
position.
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:
Do not run the engine without mounting it on equipment that
includes the centrifugal clutch drum and housing, or centrifugal
force will cause the clutch shoes to contact and damage the
engine case.
Check the air filter element (see page
). A dirty air filter
element will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine
performance.
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 equipment powered by this engine.
The cap is provided with a vent knob to seal the fuel tank.
The centrifugal clutch automatically engages and transmits power
when engine speed is increased above approximately 2,900 rpm.
At idle speed, the clutch is disengaged.
Open the fuel tank vent by turning the vent knob at least 2 or 3
turns conuterclockwise.
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