Multiquip Tamping Rammer Mikasa MT-86D - Manual (Page 13)

MT-86D — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/19/04) — PAGE 13
MT-86D — OPERATION
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
4. Starting
4-1. Move the throttle lever to IDLE position. (Fig. 3)
Throttle lever is used only at three (STOP, IDLE
& OPERATION) positions. When moving the
lever from stop to idle position, depress button
on lever at same time it is moved.
In cold weather, the engine should be started
at operating position or between the idle and
operation position of the throttle lever. Use
caution as higher engine RPM may engage
clutch, when engine starts. Return throttle lever
from starting position to idle position when
engine starts.
4-2. Grip the recoil starter handle and pull it until you feel a
slight resistance. (Fig. 4)
4-3. Press the decompression lever to release decompression.
The decompression lever will return automatically when the
recoil starter is pulled. (Fig. 5)
4-4. Return the recoil starter, and pull the handle sharply and
quickly. Warm up the engine by running at low speed for three
to five minutes, while checking for fuel leakage or abnormal
sounds.
Do not pull the starter rope all the way to the
end and do not let the starter rope snap back
as damage may result.
Fig. 3