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STR46SPVG • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (07/09/07) — PAGE 20
STR46SPVG — ENGINE COMPONENTS
The following refer to the basic engine components for reference
(Figure 4). Refer to the manufacturer's engine manual for instructions
and details of operation and servicing. The engine shown above is
a Briggs & Stratton Vanguard gasoline engine. Operation for
other types of engines may vary somewhat.
1. Thermostat-– Regulates the temperature of the engine
coolant.
2. Oil Filler Cap – Remove to add engine oil.
3. Ignition Coil -– Regulates coolant temperature.
4. Electric Starter – Starts engine when ignition key is rotated
to the "ON" position.
5. Oil Pan – Holds a maximum of 3.2 quarts (3.0 liters) of
motor oil.
6. Alternator - Provides current to the electrical system and
charges the battery.
7. Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system. Set
spark plug gap to 0.028 ~ 0.031 inch (0.6~0.7 mm). Clean
spark plug once a week.
8. Coolant Temperature Sending Unit - Device that
measures coolant temperature.
9. Governor Lever – This lever restricts engine speed (high
idle or low idle) through a speed control device linked to
the accelerator system.
10. Oil Drain – Used to drain crankcase oil. Always dispose of
used oil and oil filters in an environmentally safe manner.
DO NOT allow used oil to drain onto the ground or into a
water runoff drain.
11. Oil Filter – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering the
engine oil.
12. Oil Dip Stick – Remove to check amount and condition of
oil in crankcase.
13. Oil Pressure Sending Unit – Device that measures
engine oil pressure.
14. Carburetor – Low-emission carburetor equipped with an
idle mixture valve with a limiter which allows adjustment.
WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING - Hot Engine
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.
Figure 4. Engine Components