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Changchai 178FA - User Manual

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CHANGCHAI AIR-COOLING
DIESEL ENGINE
OWNERS MANUAL
2014/CHANGCHAI
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Summary

Safety Precautions

Fire Prevention (Danger)

Safety measures regarding fire hazards during operation and refueling.

Battery Charging Safety

Precautions for battery charging, including explosion and chemical hazards.

Exhaust Gas Hazards (Warning)

Warning about harmful exhaust gases and the need for ventilation.

Moving Parts Hazard (Warning)

Caution against touching moving parts and the importance of protective covers.

Scald Hazard (Warning)

Warning about hot engine parts and the risk of burns.

Other Safety Attentions (Warning)

General safety advice including avoiding alcohol, checking surroundings, and wearing gear.

Principal Technical Specifications

Installation

Operation of the Engine

Engine Break-in Procedure

Instructions for breaking in a new engine over the first 20 hours of operation.

Choice and Use of Fuel

Lube Oil

Lube Oil Selection Importance

Importance of choosing correct lube oil grade to prevent engine damage.

Change Air Filter Element

Starting of the Engine

Recoil Starting Procedure

Detailed steps for starting the engine using the recoil starter.

Fuel Cock Operation

First step is to open the fuel cock.

Speed Control Lever Setting

Position the speed control lever to the "START" setting.

Recoil Handle Operation

Instructions on how to hold and pull the recoil starting handle.

Decompression Lever Usage

Push the decompression lever down; it returns automatically when the engine starts.

Electric Starting

Electric Start Sequence

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine using the electric starter.

Battery Maintenance

Instructions for monthly checking and maintaining the battery electrolyte level.

Circuit Diagram of Electrical Starting Engine

Mounting of Electrical Starting Switch Assembly

Running of the Engine

Running Safety Precautions

Safety cautions regarding ventilation, avoiding moving parts, and checking for tools.

Stopping of the Engine

Stopping Procedure Caution

Caution against sudden stopping to prevent abnormal temperature rise and shorten service life.

Periodic Checks and Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule Overview

Chart outlining daily, hourly, and periodic maintenance tasks.

Cleaning the Oil Filter

Replacing the Air Filter Element

Cleaning and Replacing Fuel Filter

Checking and Replenishing Battery Electrolyte

Long-term Storage of the Engine

Changchai 178FA Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Model178FA
Bore x Stroke78 mm x 62 mm
Starting MethodRecoil start
Fuel TypeDiesel
Cooling SystemAir-cooled
Ignition SystemCompression ignition
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, vertical, 4-stroke, air-cooled diesel engine
Rated Speed3600 rpm
Lubrication SystemPressure splash

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