Starting engine / stopping engine
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8. Starting engine / stopping engine
8.1 Preparation for starting
To prevent the pump from running dry, always
fill liquid into the tank (11) before starting the
machine.
When the sprayer is used for the first time or
after extended storage or after the liquid tank
has been completely run dry (brief dry run of the
pump), the pump has to be primed. This is easily
done by holding the spray wand (17) into the
liquid tank or in a suitable container for spray
liquid and press the operating lever (15). This
will allow liquid from the tank to re-fill the
pump.
Set the choke as follows:
If the engine is cold, move the choke lever (1)
upwards as shown by the arrow.
If the engine is warm, move the choke lever (1)
downwards.
Move the throttle lever (8) to idling position
(down). Turn the pressure regulator (10)
counter-clockwise to set a low pressure for
starting.
When starting the engine for the first time or
after the fuel tank has been run dry, press the
primer bulb (7) at least five times until fuel is
visible in the primer bulb.
8.2 Starting
Place the high pressure sprayer on the ground.
Ensure the sprayer and the person to start the
machine are in a steady position. Ensure the
trigger handle on the spray wand is closed and
not open for continuous spraying.
Use one hand to push the machine down on the
tank lid of the liquid tank. Use the other hand
to slowly pull up the starter handle until
resistance is felt. Then pull the starter handle
quickly and forcefully in a straight line from the
rope guide. Do not jam the cord on the rope
guide. Avoid pulling the handle to the full
length of the rope as this might cause the rope
to break. Slowly guide the starter back to the
starting position.
If the engine is cold:
Start with the choke lever (fig. 6.1) in upward
position until the engine briefly starts (fires).
Immediately switch off the choke (push choke
lever downward) and restart the engine until it
runs.
If the engine is warm:
Leave the choke lever (Fig. 6.1) switched off
(down position) and start the engine until it
runs.
After the engine runs
adjust the throttle lever
(8) to obtain the required engine speed. Use full
throttle if the sprayer is set for high spray
pressure. If lower pressures are required, only
use ¾ throttle. This will save fuel. Then turn the
pressure regulator (10) to set the required
pressure which is indicated by the pressure
gauge (16) fitted to the operating handle (15).
Also note the hints provided in section 9.2
"Pressure Regulation".
Caution:
void clutch slippage. If needed increase the
engine speed with the throttle lever after
setting the spray pressure with the pressure
regulator.
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
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