Multiquip SP2S20H - Manual (Page 22)

page 22 — Sp2S20h paVeMeNT SaW • operaTioN MaNual — reV. #1 (02/17/12)
inspectiOn
preparaTioN / pre-iNSpeCTioN
1. Read and fully understand this manual,
the safety information section in
particular, and the engine manufacturer's
manual supplied with the saw.
2. Select the correct blade for each application. Refer to
the Blades and Blade Placement sections for further
information.
3. Check blade for wear or damage. Handle
all blades with care and alWayS
replace a damaged blade.
4. Clean the saw, removing dirt and dust,
particularly the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and
air cleaner.
5. Check the air filter for dirt and dust. Replace the air
filter if it is found to be dirty.
6. Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with
dry compressed air.
7. Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
8. Ensure a suitable water supply is available, hooked up,
and used (connected via garden hose or with a water
tank supply system).
eNgiNe oil CheCK
1. To check the engine oil level, place the saw on secure
level ground with the engine stopped. The frame
platform must be level to accurately check the engine
oil.
2. Remove the filler dipstick from the engine oil filler hole
(Figure 5) and wipe it clean.
Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick
3. Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into
the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4. If the oil level is low, fill to the edge of the oil filler hole
with the recommended oil type (Table 4). Maximum
oil capacity for the Honda GX630 engine is 2.1quarts
(2.0 liters).
gaSoliNe CheCK
1. Remove the gasoline cap located on top of fuel tank.
2. Visually inspect to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low,
replenish with unleaded fuel.
3. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration.
Do NoT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
hyDroSTaTiC TraNSMiSSioN
An EATON ® Model 7 hydrostatic transmission (Figure 6)
provides the power for the saw's propulsion system. The
transmission drives a sprocket that directly connects the
spline drive to the rear wheels. The no load forward/reverse
speeds are approximately 24.4 m/min (80 ft/min).
Figure 6. Hydrostatic Transmission
Table 4. recommended Viscosity grades
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE