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Owner´s manual
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Air filter
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Remove the air filter container (Fig. 1).
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Check that the air filter element is intact and clean. If it is broken, replace it with a new one.
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If the element is dirty, clean it as follows (Fig. 2).
- Clean the filter element with cleaning solvent.
- Dry it.
- Soak the filter with engine oil.
- Squeeze to drain excess oil.
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Put the filter element back in its original place, mount the cover and close it with the pin (Fig. 1).
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Battery (Only for models with electric starter)
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Check the battery and its connections.
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Verify that each cell of the battery is between
the maximum level of electrolyte marked on
the battery (Fig.4).
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Check the electrolyte levels.
1. Upper level
2. Lower level
Grounding the unit
Have the unit grounded at all times to prevent possible electrocution. There is a grounding nut on the
lower right side of the control panel. Connect the nut securely to a grounding wire before use.
4. STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING. Be sure to perform all necessary inspections before starting the motor.
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Unplug all AC plugs to de-energize.
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Check that the unit is properly grounded.
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Check the fuel and oil level.
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Turn the fuel stopcock to the ON position (Fig. 5).
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Place the choke in the OFF position (Fig. 6).
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1. Clip
2. Element
3. Air filter cover
Element