Multiquip PSH - Manual (Page 14)

PAGE 14 — STOW PORTO-SCREED — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (03/17/04)
Figure 6. Engine Controls and Components
INITIAL SERVICING
The engine (Figure 6) must be checked for proper lubrication and
filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturer's engine
manual for instructions & details of operation and servicing. The
engine shown above is a
HONDA engine, operation for other
types of engines may vary somewhat.
1 . Fuel Filler Cap – Remove this cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened
securely.
DO NOT over fill.
DANGER
PORTO-SCREED PSH— BASIC ENGINE
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 operation.
4 . Recoil Starter (pull rope) – Manual-starting method. Pull
the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull briskly and
smoothly.
5. Fuel Valve Lever – OPEN to let fuel flow, CLOSE to stop
the flow of fuel.
7 . Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering
the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air filter
cannister to gain access to filter element.
NOTE
Operating the engine without an air
filter, with a damaged air filter, or a
filter in need of replacement will
allow dirt to enter the engine, causing
rapid engine wear.
11. Oil Drain Plug – Remove this plug to remove oil from the
engine's crankcase.
12. Dipstick/Oil Filler Cap – Remove this cap to determine if
the engine oil is low. Add oil through this filler port as
recommended in Table 3.
WARNING
6 . Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in
cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel
mixture.
10 . Fuel Tank – Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional
information refer to engine owner's manual.
9 . Muffler – Used to reduce noise and emissions.
8 . Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system. Clean
spark plug once a week.
Adding fuel to the tank should be done only
when the engine is stopped and has had an
opportunity 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.
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.