MVC-64H/HW — COMPONENTS (HONDA GX120K1SM12 ENGINE)

Figure 4. Engine Controls & Components

INITIAL SERVICING

The engine (Figure 4) must be checked for proper lubrication and filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturer's engine manual for instructions and details of operation and servicing.

1. Fuel Filler Cap – Remove this cap to add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened securely. DO NOT over fill.

2. Throttle Lever – Used to adjust engine RPM speed (lever advanced forward SLOW, lever back toward operator FAST).

3. Engine ON/OFF Switch – ON position permits engine starting, OFF position stops engine operations.

8. Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system. Set spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch) for HONDA engine. Clean spark plug once a week.

9. Muffler – Used to reduce noise and emissions.

Warning - Hot Surface

Enginecomponentscangenerateextremeheat. 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.

4.

Recoil Starter (pull rope) – Manual-starting method. Pull

10. Fuel Tank – Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional

 

the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull briskly and

information refer to engine owner's manual.

 

smoothly.

 

 

5.

Fuel Valve Lever – OPEN to let fuel flow, CLOSE to stop

 

Operating the engine without an air

 

the flow of fuel.

NOTE

filter, with a damaged air filter, or a

6.

Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in

filter in need of replacement will

 

 

cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel

 

allow dirt to enter the engine,

 

mixture.

 

causing rapid engine wear.

7.

Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering

 

 

 

the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air filter

 

 

 

cannister to gain access to filter element.

 

 

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