Multiquip MP1455H, MP1420E, MP1415E manual Operation Gasoline, START-UP Gasoline Engine

OPERATION (GASOLINE)

START-UP GASOLINE ENGINE 1. Place the fuel valve lever (Figure 24) to the "ON" position.

WARNING

Read and fully understand this manual before

starting or attempting to operate the saw.

Before starting the saw's electric motor make sure that the Safety, General Information, Inspection and Pre-setup sections have

been completed and understood. DO NOT proceed until the above mentioned sections has been completed.

WARNING

NEVER operate the saw in a confined area or enclosed area structure that does not provide ample free flow of air.

WARNING

The engine speed has been set at the factory. Changing the governor speed could damage the blade and/or the saw.

ALWAYS use the water feed system unless special dry cut blades are being used. If dry cutting is required disconnect water pump.

WARNING

ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection before operating the saw.

WARNING

NEVER place hands or feet inside the belt guard or blade guard while the engine is running. ALWAYS shut the engine down before performing any kind of maintenance service on the saw.

WARNING

NEVER place hands and fingers near the cutting blade.The possibility exist of severe bodily harm if hands and fingers come in contact with rotating saw blade.

WARNING

ALWAYS ensure that the cutting blade has been mounted correctly and that it is raised above the surface you are about to saw.

Figure 24. Engine Fuel Valve Lever

2.Place the Engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 25) in the "ON" position.

Figure 25. Engine ON/OFF Switch

The CLOSED position of the choke lever enriches the fuel

NOTE mixture for starting a COLD engine. The OPEN position provides the correct fuel mixture for normal operation after starting, and for restarting a warm engine.

3.Place the Choke Lever (Figure 26) in the "CLOSED " position.

Figure 26. Choke Lever

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