4-5. Engine Prestart Checks (Honda-Powered Units)
1/2 in |
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(13 mm) | Full |
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Gasoline |
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1
Open
Full
Check all fluids daily. Engine must be cold and on a level surface. Unit is shipped with 10W30 engine oil.
Engine stops if oil level gets too low.
1 Fuel Valve
Open valve.
.Close fuel valve before moving unit or carburetor may flood and make starting difficult.
Fuel
Add fresh fuel before starting engine the first time (see mainte- nance label for specifications). Fill fuel tank up to 1/2 in. (13 mm) from top to allow room for expansion. Check fuel level on a cold engine before use each day.
Oil
After fueling, check oil with unit on level surface. If oil is not up to full mark on dipstick, add oil (see main- tenance label).
.To improve cold weather starting:
Keep battery in good condition. Store battery in warm area off concrete surface.
Use correct grade oil for cold weather.
Ref. 802
4-6. Connecting The Battery (Honda Electric-Start Models Only)
Y Turn Engine Switch to Off
Y Connect negative (–) cable last.
+ –
Tools Needed:
3/8, 1/2 in
802
