Multiquip C42H - Manual (Page 22)

PAGE 22 — C-4 FINISHER WALK-BEHIND TROWEL— PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/24/02)
7. If the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever
(Figure 11 ) to the CLOSED position. If the engine has not
started repeat steps 1 through 6.
8. 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.
9. To begin troweling, place the throttle lever (Figure 14 ) in the
" RUN" position
Figure 14. Throttle Lever (Run Position)
C-4 FINISHER TROWEL — INITIAL START-UP
6. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 13) 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 13. Starter Grip
Figure 15. Throttle Lever (Idle Position)
2. After the engine cools , turn the engine start/stop switch to the
“STOP” position (Figure 16 ).
Figure 16. Throttle Lever (Run Position)
3. Close the fuel shut- off valve (Figure 17) by moving the fuel
valve lever to the CLOSED position.
Figure 17. Throttle Lever (Run Position)
Stopping The Engine
Normal Shutdown
1. Move the throttle lever to the IDLE position (Figure 15) and
run the engine for three minutes at low speed.
Emergency Showdown
1. Move the throttle lever quickly to the IDLE position, and turn
the engine start/stop switch to the STOP position.