Multiquip QP4TE Pre-Inspection Engine, CAUTION - Read Manual, Oil Type, DANGER - Explosive Fuel

PRE-INSPECTION (ENGINE)

CAUTION - Read Manual

Please read the entire maintenance section in this manual before servicing the pump. In addition for operator safety, please read all safey messages at the begining of the manual

Inspection

1.Clean the pump, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.

2.Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace air filter with a new one as required.

3.Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry compressed air.

4.Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.

Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)

Table 3. Oil Type

Season	Temperature	Oil Type
Summer	25°C or Higher	SAE 10W-30
Spring/Fall	25°C~10°C	SAE 10W-30/20
Winter	0°C or Lower	SAE 10W-10

Engine Oil Check

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.

DANGER - Explosive Fuel

Motor fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while refueling. Adding fuel to the tank should be done only when the engine is stopped and has had an opportunity to cool down. DO NOT attempt to refuel the pump if

the engine is hot! or running In the event of any spilled fuel, wipe up immediately. DO NOT attempt to start the engine until the fuel residue has been completely wiped up, and the area surrounding the engine is dry.

Figure 4. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)

3.Insertandremovethedipstickwithoutscrewingitintothefiller neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.

4.If the oil level is low (Figure 5), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 3).Maximum oil capacity is .63 quarts (.60 liters)

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!

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