Multiquip WBH16EAWD - Manual (Page 17)

WBH16eaWD epa poWer Buggy • operation anD parts manual — rev. #0 (09/09/13) — page 17
BASIC ENgINE
Figure 3. Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 18HP Engine
1. oil Fill Cap — Remove cap to refill or replace oil with
recommended type as listed in Table 3. Make sure cap
is tightened securely. Do not over fill.
2. oil Dipstick — Remove to check amount and condition
of oil in crankcase.
3. Fuel pump — Draws fuel from the fuel tank into the
engine.
4. spark plugs — Provides spark to the ignition system.
Set spark plug gap to 0.70- 0.76 mm (0.028 - 0.030 in.)
Clean spark plug once a week.
5. electric starter — Starts engine when ignition key is
rotated to the “ON” position.
6. oil Drain plug — Remove to drain crankcase oil.
7. recoil starter (pull rope) — Manual-starting method.
Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull
briskly and smoothly.
8. throttle lever — Used to adjust engine RPM speed
(lever advanced forward SLOW, lever back toward
operator FAST).
9. Choke lever — Used in the starting of a cold engine,
or in cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the
fuel mixture.
10. ignition switch — Insert the ignition key here to start
the engine. Turn the key clockwise to the ON position
then continue turning clockwise to the START position
and release. To stop the engine, turn the key fully
counterclockwise to the STOP position.
11. air Filter — Prevents dirt and other debris from
entering the fuel system. Release the latches on
the sides of the air filter cover to gain access to filter
element.
12. exhaust manifold — Used to reduce noise and
emissions. NEVER touch the muffler while it is hot.
Serious burns can result.
13. oil Filter — Prevents dirt and other debris from entering
the engine. Service the oil filter as recommended in the
maintenance section of this manual.
NOTICE
Operating the engine without an air filter or with a
damaged or worn air filter will allow dirt to enter the
engine causing rapid engine wear.
Caution
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.