operation
CAUTION
Failure to understand the operation of the Tamping Rammer could result in severe damage to the unit or personal injury.
Initial Startup
When starting the MTX80SD Tamping Rammer perform the following:
1. Slide the throttle lever from the stop to the idle position ( ) (Figure 6). This opens the fuel cock and the engine electrical circuit is turned on automatically.
THROTTLE LEVER (IDLE POSITION)
Figure 6. Throttle Lever (Idle Position)
2.Carburetor Purge System: Push the purge bulb four times or until you see fuel in the bulb (Figure 7).
Figure 7. Purge Bulb
NOTICE
Pumping the purge bulb removes air from the fuel system. It does not pump fuel into the carburetor
3.Place the choke lever to the closed position. When the weather is cold, close the choke all the way. When it is hot, or if the engine is hot, open the choke a little or leave it fully open.
Figure 8. Choke Lever
4.Grip the starter rope handle (Figure 9) and pull it until you feel a slight resistance. Then pull sharply and quickly. Return the handle to the starter case before releasing.
STARTER
ROPE
Figure 9. Recoil Starter
5.If engine fails to start, move the choke lever (Figure 8) to the half open position to avoid flooding.
6.Repeat steps 1 thru 5.
7.If the engine does not start after repeated attempts, check the spark plug for excess fuel. Clean and replace the spark plug as needed.