R2000H — ENGINE COMPONENTS
Figure 5. Engine Controls and Components
INITIAL SERVICING (ENGINE)
The engine (Figure 5) 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/Fuel tank – Remove this cap to add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened securely. DO NOT over fill. Fuel tank capacity is
1.59gallons (6.0 liters). Use unleaded gasoline. For additional information refer to Honda engine owner's manual.
DANGER
Adding fuel to the tank should be done only when theengine isstopped and hashadanopportunity to cool down. In the event of a fuel spill, DO NOT
attempt to start the engine until the fuel residue has been completely wiped up, and the area surrounding the engine is dry.
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. |
4. | Recoil Starter (pull rope) – |
| the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull briskly and |
| smoothly. |
5. | FuelValve Lever – OPEN to let fuel flow, CLOSE to stop |
| the flow of fuel. |
6. | Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in | |
| cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel | |
| mixture. |
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7. | Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering | |
| the air intake system. Remove | |
| cannister to gain access to filter element. | |
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| Operating the engine without an air |
| NOTE | filter, with a damaged air filter, or a |
| filter in need of replacement will allow | |
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| dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid |
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| engine wear. |
8. | Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system. Set | |
| spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch) Clean | |
| spark plug once a week. | |
9. | Muffler – Used to reduce noise and emissions. |
WARNING
Engine components can generate extreme heat. 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.
10. Ignition Switch– Use this switch to start and stop the engine.
11. Circuit Breaker– Protects the battery charging circuit. See Honda owner's manual for additional information.
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