MTX70 — BASIC ENGINE
Figure 1A. Engine Controls and Components
(Honda GX100)
INITIAL SERVICING
The engine (Figure 1A) must be checked for proper lubrication and filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturers Engine manual for instructions & details of operation and servicing.
1. Choke Lever
2. Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system. Set spark plug gap to 0.024 - 0.028 inch (0.6 - 0.7 mm). Clean spark plug once a week.
3. Recoil Starter (pull rope) –
Operating the engine without an air filter, with a damaged air filter, or a filter in need of replacement will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
4. Muffler – Used to reduce noise and emissions.
WARNING
Engine components can generate extreme heat. To prevent burns, DO NOT touch these areas while the engine is running or immediately after operating.NEVER
operate the engine with the muffler removed.
5. | Dipstick/Oil Filler Cap – Remove this cap to determine if |
| the engine oil is low. Add oil through this filler port as |
| recommended in Table 3. |
6. | Oil Drain Plug – Remove this plug to remove oil from the |
| engine's crankcase. |
MTX70 — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #12 (02/22/12) — PAGE 13