BEFORE
STARTING
Crankcase Oil: Be sure the crankcase has been filled
with oil to the "FULL" mark on the oil level indicator.
Use oil with the API (American Petroleum Institute)
designation SE or SE/CC. Do not use an oil with the
designation CD unless it is also designated SE and
the oil manufacturer certifies it will perform satisfac-
torily in gasoline engines.
Recommended Fuel: Use clean, regular grade,
automotive gasoline. Do not use highly leaded
premium types.
For new engines, the most satisfactory results are
obtained by using nonleaded gasoline. For older
engines that have previously used le'aded gasoline,
heads must be taken off and all lead deposits removed
from engine before switching to nonleaded gasoline.
If lead deposits are not removed from engine
before switching from leaded to nonleaded
gasoline, preignition could occur causing severe damage to the
engine.
WARNING
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Never fill the tank when the engine is running.
Leave some space in the tank for fuel expan
:
sion.
Open the fuel line valve (when used) and operate
primer to assure fuel supply after filling an empty
tank.
STARTING
(Electric
Start)
1.
Move ignition switch to its ON position.
2.
Push START button to crank engine.
If the engine fails to start at first attempt, inhibitor oil
used at the factory may have fouled the spark plugs.
Remove the plugs, clean in suitable solvent, dry
thoroughly and install. Heavy exhaust smoke when
the engine is first started is normal and is caused by
inhibitor oil.
APPLYING
LOAD
When applying the load to a new or reconditioned
engine, it should be applied gradually in about four
steps;
each step of not less than 30 minutes running
time.
Start with 1/4
load,
then 1/2, 3/4 and full
load.
BATTERY
CHARGING
The battery charge rate is controlled by a charge
regulator. The regulator is set to allow the proper rate
of charge at operating speed.
STOPPING
THE
ENGINE
Disconnect all load before stopping the engine.
Engines equipped with battery ignition are stopped
by positioning the ignition switch to the OFF position.
HIGH TEMPERATURES -
1.
See that noth ing obstructs
ai
r
flow to and from the
engine.
2.
Keep cooling fins clean. Air housing should be
properly installed and undamaged.
LOW
TEMPERATURES
1.
Use correct SAE No. oil for temperature
con-
ditions. Change oil only when engine is warm.
2.
Use fresh
fuel.
Protect against moisture conden-
sation.
3. Keep fuel system clean and batteries in a well
charged condition.
4.
Partially restrict cool air flow, but use care to
avoid overheating.
STARTING
(Manual
Start)
1.
Hold choke about three quarter way closed or as
necessary according to temperature conditions.
2.
Pull start rope with a fast steady pull to crank
engine. Do not jerk.
3. Open choke as engine warms up.
DUST
AND DIRT
1.
Keep unit clean. Keep cooling system clean.
2.
Service air cleaner as frequently as required.
3. Change crankcase oil and filter more often than
recommended under normal conditions.
4.
Keep oil and gasoline in dust tight containers.
5. Keep governor linkage clean.
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