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Start and Stop Procedure
Improper maintenance can be hazardous. Read and Understand this section before you perform any
maintenace, service or repairs
WARNING
Pre-start Checks
Pre start-up inspection.
The following Pre-start-up inspection must be performed before the start of each work session or after every four hours of use,
whichever is
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rst. Please refer to the service section for detailed guidance. If any fault is discovered, the Pro Trowel must not be used
until the fault is recti
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ed.
1. Thoroughly inspect the Pro Trowel for signs of damage. Make sure that the belt guard is secure before using the machine.
2. Check
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ller openings, drain plugs and any other areas for signs of leakage. Fix any leaks before operating.
3. Check the engine oil level and top up as necessary.
4. Check the engine fuel level and top up as necessary.
5. Check for fuel and oil leaks.
Honda GX160 & GX270
1. Open the petrol tap by moving the fuel
ON/OFF
lever fully to the right.
2. If starting the engine from cold, set the choke ON by moving the choke lever fully
to the left.
If restarting a warm engine, the choke is usually not required, however, if the
engine has cooled to a degree, partial choke may be required.
3. Turn the engine
ON
/
OFF
switch clockwise to the ‘I’ position.
4. Set the throttle to the idle position by moving the throttle lever fully to the right. Do
not start the engine on full throttle.
5. Taking a
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rm hold of the control handle and set the centrifugal switch to
ON
if not
already, grasp the recoil starter handle with the other. Pull the recoil starter until
engine resistance is felt, then let starter return.
6. Taking care not to pull the starter’s rope fully out, pull the starter handle briskly.
7. Repeat until the engine
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res.
8. Once the engine
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res gradually set the choke lever to the
OFF
position by moving it to the right.
9. If the engine fails to
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re after several attempts, follow the troubleshooting guide on page 12.
10. To stop the engine, set the throttle to idle and release the control switch safety switch. Alterativly turn the engine
ON/OFF
switch
anti clockwise to the ‘O’ position.
11. Turn the petrol off.
Throttle ever
Choke ever
Fuel ON/OFF
ever.
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