Multiquip HHN31VTCSL5 - Manual (Page 23)

HHN31VTCSL5 RIDe-ON TROWeL • OpeRaTION aND paRTS maNuaL — ReV. #8 (05/03/12) — page 23
OperatiOn
STaRTINg THe eNgINe
1. Place one foot on the trowel’s platform, grab ahold of
any part of the frame, lift yourself onto the trowel, then
sit down in the operator’s seat.
Figure 9. Blade Speed Control Foot Pedal
2. The right foot pedal (Figure 9) controls blade and
engine speed. The position of the foot pedal determines
the blade speed. Slow blade speed is obtained by
slightly depressing the pedal. Maximum blade speed
is obtained by fully depressing the pedal.
3. Keep your foot OFF the pedal (right foot pedal). Start
the engine at idle (without touching the foot pedal).
4. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch.
NOTICE
The HHN31V trowel is equipped with a safety stop
switch that will not allow the engine to start unless an
operator is sitting in the operator’s seat. The weight
of an operator depresses an electrical switch, which
allows the engine to start.
WaRNINg
NeVeR disable or disconnect the safety stop switch. It is
provided for the operator’s safety, and injury may result
if it is disabled, disconnected or improperly maintained.
NOTICE
Using the safey stop switch to stop the engine after
every use will verify that the switch is working properly.
Remember to turn the key to the “OFF” position after
stopping the machine. Not doing so may drain the battery.
5. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the (start) position.
The oil, charge, and preheat indicator lights (Figure
10) should be ON.
Figure 10. Oil and Charge Indicator Lights
6. Turn ignition key fully clockwise and listen for engine
to start. Once engine has started release ignition key.
7. If the engine fails to start in this manner, consult the
engine owner’s manual supplied with the trowel.
8. Test the safety stop switch by standing up briefly. The
switch under the seat should cause the engine to stop.
If the switch fails to shut down the engine, turn off the
engine with the key switch and fix the safety stop switch.
See Troubleshooting tables for possible problems.
Repeat this section a few times to get fully acquainted with
the engine starting procedure.
NOTICE
OIL, CHARGE, and PREHEAT indicator lights come on
when ignition switch is in the ON position, and the engine
is NOT running.
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OIL