Multiquip MT86D2 - Manual (Page 16)

PAGE 16 — MT-86D2 TAMPING RAMMER — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #3 (06/18/07)
4. Starting
1. Move the throttle lever to IDLE position. (See Figure 5).
Throttle lever is used only at three (STOP, IDLE &
OPERATION) positions. When moving the lever from stop
to idle position, press 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.
2. Grip the recoil starter handle and pull it until you feel a
slight resistance. (See Figure 6).
Figure 5. Throttle Lever
3. Press the decompression lever to release decompression.
The decompression lever will return automatically when
the recoil starter is pulled. (See Figure 7).
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.
Figure 6. Recoil Starter
Figure 7. Decrompression Lever
CAUTI CAUTI CAUTI CAUTI CAUTION
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.
MT-86D2 TAMPING RAMMER — INITIAL START-UP