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Caution, Initial start-up – Multiquip B46-SERIES User Manual

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PAGE 26 — B-46 WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #8 (05/08/12)

Figure 24. Engine Fuel Valve Lever

NEVER disable or disconnect the centrifugal kill switch. It is
provided for the operators’ safety and injury may result if it is
disabled, disconnected or improperly maintained.

3. Place the

centrifugal "kill" switch

(Figure 25) in the "ON"

position. For models that use this feature.

Figure 25. Centrifugal "Kill" Switch

4. Place the

Choke Lever

(Figure 26) in the "

OPEN

" position

5. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 27) and slowly pull it out. The

resistance becomes the hardest at a certain position, corre-
sponding to the compression point. Pull the starter grip briskly
and smoothly for starting.

Figure 27. Starter Grip

6. If the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever

(Figure 26) to the

CLOSED

position. If the engine has not

started repeat steps 1 through 5.

7. Before the trowel is placed into operation, run the engine for

several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and noises that would
associate with a loose guard ring and/or covers.

INITIAL START-UP

CAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTION

Figure 26. Engine Choke Lever

Starting the Engine (

HONDA

engine)

1. Place the engine

fuel valve lever

(Figure 24) to the "ON"

position.

“KILL” SWITCH

(SAFETY-STOP)

OFF

ON