Multiquip QP40TH - PRE-INSPECTIONENGINE, Danger, flow of air, Before Starting, Fuel Check

QP40TH — PRE-INSPECTION (ENGINE)

CAUTION	3.	Insertandremovethedipstickwithoutscrewingitintothefiller
NEVER operate the pump		neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
in a confined area or	4.	If the oil level is low (Figure 5), fill to the edge of the oil filler
enclosed area structure that		hole with the recommended oil type (Table 3).Maximum oil
does not provide ample free		capacity is 1.16 quarts (1.1 liters)
flow of air.

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

Before Starting			Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)
1.	Read safety instructions at the
	beginning of manual.
				Table 3. Oil Type
2.	Clean the pump, removing dirt and
	dust, particularly the engine		Season	Temperature	Oil Type
	cooling air inlet, carburetor and air
			Summer	25°C or Higher	SAE 10W-30
	cleaner.
3.	Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace	Spring/Fall		25°C~10°C	SAE 10W-30/20
	air filter with a new one as required.
			Winter	0°C or Lower	SAE 10W-10
4.	Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry
	compressed air.
5.	Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
			Explosive Fuel
Engine Oil Check		DANGER

1.To check the engine oil level, place the pump on secure level ground with the engine stopped.

2.Remove the filler dipstick from the engine oil filler hole (Figure 4) and wipe clean.

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 top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately!

Figure 4. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)

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