Hudson 1947 3/4-TON COMMERCIAL, Руководство пользователя

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level, and that the tires were inflated to the proper pressures.
At the time your car was built, a speed governor was installed on the carburetor and sealed
to restrict top speed and fast acceleration during the initial break-in period. This governor
causes a slight increase in carburetor intake noise as long as it is in place.
When the speedometer indicates 500 miles, the car should be returned to your Dealer to
have the governor removed. There is no charge for this service. At this time the engine oil
should be changed, as car speeds will be increased from this point and it is good practice
to have clean, fresh oil in the engine.
Although the governor has been removed it does not necessarily mean that the bars
should be let down on car speed. The first 500 miles is commonly called the initial
break-in period. Until the car has been driven at least another 1,000 miles it should be
driven at moderate speeds to give the close fitting, precision machined working parts an
opportunity to assume smooth operating surfaces. The following table will be helpful in
guiding you as to the highest speeds that should be attained.
0— 250 Miles—Do not exceed 40 miles per hour in high gear.
250— 500 Miles—Do not exceed 50 miles per hour in high gear.
500— 1000 Miles—Do not exceed 60 miles per hour in high gear.
STARTING THE ENGINE
All models are fitted with automatic choke type carburetors. The automatic choke
proportions the correct mixture of air and gasoline for starting and warm-up period.
NOTE : The clutch pedal must be depressed before pressing the starter button or the
starter will not operate on cars equipped with Hudson Drive-Master.
Before starting the engine be sure the Handy Shift transmission control lever is placed
in neutral position (this applies to all models). Depress clutch pedal to release load of
transmission. Turn on ignition switch. If engine is completely
cold from standing for
several hours or overnight, depress the accelerator pedal at least half way and release
slowly. Then press starter button. Depressing the accelerator pedal in this manner places
the throttle in proper position for cold starting. This will result in a higher than normal
engine idle speed. Depressing the accelerator pedal again slightly and releasing it will
permit the engine to run at the normal high idle speed to prevent stalling during the warm-up.
Do not allow the engine to run continuously at the starting speeds as it will load up and
stall if left for a minute or two.
If the engine is warm from previous running and has not been standing long enough to
become completely cold, depress the accelerator pedal one-quarter to one-half way and hold
in this position while cranking. Then press starter button.
Should the engine fail to start when following these instructions, it may be due to-
1. Improper engine tune-up.
2. In cold weather, improper lubricants.
3. A combination of 1 and 2.
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