Operation - Troy-Bilt 208cc FLEX Manual Del Operador

Operation

Pre-Operation Check
IMPORTANT:
The engine is shipped without gasoline in the
engine. See the Set-Up Section of this manual for instructions on
adding gasoline.
IMPORTANT:
Some engines are shipped with oil already in
the engine, others without oil already in the engine. It is very
important to check the oil before operating the engine and
to add if necessary. See the Set-Up Section of this manual for
instructions on checking and adding oil.
For your safety, and in order to maximize the service life of this
equipment, it is very important to check its condition before you
operate this engine. Make certain to service, correct or fix any
problem that might be identified before attempting to operate
this engine.
WARNING!
failure to correct any problem before operation can
cause a malfunction which could result in serious
injury or even death.
Always perform a pre-operation inspection before
each operation, and correct any problem.
Before you start the engine, always check the following items:
1. Fuel Recommendations (See Set-Up Section)
2. Checking Oil Level (See Set-Up Section)
3. Air filter (if equipped) (See Maintenance Section)
4. General Overall Inspection. Check for any fluid leaks or
discharges, and loose or damaged parts.
5. Review this owner's manual for any precautions and
procedures that should be followed before starting the
engine.
Starting the Engine
WARNING!
moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting
fluid. Vapors are flammable.
WARNING!
allow children to start the engine if an adult has
determined they are experienced and capable of
such operation.
WARNING!
after following instructions in this manual, contact
an authorized Troy-bilt Service Dealer. To avoid
serious burn injuries or damage to your engine, DO
NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in
any other way. For example:
• DO NOT use starting fluid.
• DO NOT spray flammable vapors into the
carburetor.
• DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor.
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Improperly maintaining this engine, or
Always keep hands and feet clear of
An adult should start the engine. Only
If you are unable to start this engine
• DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter rope
with spark plug removed. Fuel can spray from
spark plug hole and ignite.
NOTE:
Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after
starting. The engine will not develop full power until it reaches
operating temperatures.
Familiarize yourself with the engine symbols shown in Figure
5-1 before attempting to start this engine.
Fast Slow/Idle
Run
Figure 5-1
NOTE: The following starting instructions are for several different
types of engines. In order to locate the instructions that apply to
your engine, first determine what type of starter you have. If you
have an electric starter, see Engines With Electric Starters. If you
have a manual recoil starter, see Engines with Recoil Starters later
in this section.
The Recoil Starter
WARNING! DO NOT pull starter rope with engine
running. Doing so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
IMPORTANT:
The FLEX™ Power Base will not start without an
attachment fully installed onto the unit.
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
2. Insert key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not
attempt to turn the key. See Figure 5-2.
NOTE: The engine cannot start without the key fully
inserted into the switch.
NOTE: The engine will not start without an attachment
installed onto the power base.
3. Set the unit's On/Off switch to the "On" position.
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Engine Off
Choke Primer