inspection
Before Starting
1.Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual.
2.Clean the mixer, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.
3.Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace air filter with a new one as required.
4.Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry compressed air.
5.Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
Engine Oil Check
1.To check the engine oil level, place the mixer on secure level ground with the engine stopped.
2.Remove the filler dipstick from the engine oil filler hole (Figure 6) and wipe clean.
Figure 6. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)
3.Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4.If the oil level is low (See Figure 7), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 4). Maximum oil capacity is 1.16 quarts (1.1 liters).
Figure 7. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)
Table 4. Oil Type
Season | Temperature | Oil Type |
Summer | 25°C or Higher | SAE |
Spring/Fall | 25°C~10°C | SAE |
Winter | 0°C or Lower | SAE |
DANGER
Motor fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel the pump if the engine is hot! or running.
Fuel Check
1.Remove the gasoline cap located on top of fuel tank.
2.Visually inspect to see if the fuel level is low. If fuel is low, replenish with unleaded fuel.
3.When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration.
DO NOT
Start/Stop Switch Check
This switch should be tested every time the engine is started.
CAUTION
NEVER disable or disconnect the start/stop switch. It is provided for operator safety. Injury may result if it is disabled, disconnected or improperly maintained.
Hydraulic Oil
Check hydraulic oil sight gauge (Figure 8) to ensure that hydraulic oil is at the midway level.
Figure 8. Hydraulic Oil Sight Gauge
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