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General| Cylinders | 2 |
|---|---|
| Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Ignition System | Solid state |
| Maximum RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Battery | 12V |
| Alternator | 15 amp |
| Engine Type | 4-cycle gasoline engine |
| Power | 18 hp (13.4 kW) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.9 L |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication System | Full pressure lubrication with spin-on filter |
Outlines general safety rules for engine operation and maintenance.
Discusses fire and explosion hazards related to fuel.
Highlights dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning from exhaust.
Warns about hazards from engine's moving components.
Alerts to explosion risks associated with battery gases.
How to identify the engine model and serial number for service.
Checks to perform before starting the engine for the first time or after 8 hours of operation.
Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine.
Guidance on how to properly break in a new or rebuilt engine.
Recommendations for operating the engine in dusty environments.
Specific considerations for operating the engine in high temperatures.
Specific considerations for operating the engine in low temperatures.
Steps to protect the engine during storage for more than 30 days.
Procedures for preparing a stored engine for operation.
Checks to perform before the first start of the day and after every 8 hours of operation.
States that carburetors are precision-manufactured and not adjustable.
Instructions for reconnecting and reclamping the choke cable for manual choke engines.
Procedures for adjusting engine low-idle and high-idle speeds.
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