QP-3TH TRASH PUMP — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL— REV. #4 (10/27/06) — PAGE 15
QP-3TH — BASIC ENGINE
Figure 4. Engine Controls and Components
INITIAL SERVICING
The engine (Figure 4) must be checked for proper lubrication and
filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturers engine
manual for instructions and details of operation and servicing. The
engine shown above is a
HONDA
engine, operation for other
types of engines may vary somewhat.
1
.
Fuel Filler Cap –
Remove this cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened
securely.
DO NOT
over fill.
6
.
Choke Lever –
Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in
cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel
mixture.
7
.
Air Cleaner –
Prevents dirt and other debris from entering
the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air filter
cannister to gain access to filter element.
Operating the engine without an air
filter, with a damaged air filter, or a
filter in need of replacement will
allow dirt to enter the engine,
causing rapid engine wear.
2
.
Throttle Lever –
Used to adjust engine RPM speed (lever
advanced forward
SLOW
, lever back toward operator
FAST
).
3
.
Engine ON/OFF Switch –
ON position permits engine
starting, OFF position stops engine operations.
4
.
Recoil Starter (pull rope) –
Manual-starting method. Pull
the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull briskly and
smoothly.
5
.
Fuel Valve Lever –
OPEN
to let fuel flow,
CLOSE
to stop
the flow of fuel.
NOTE
Adding fuel to the tank should be done only when
the engine is stopped and has had an opportunity
to cool down. In the event of a fuel spill,
DO NOT
attempt to start the engine until the fuel residue
has been completely wiped up, and the area surrounding the
engine is dry.
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
8
.
Spark Plug –
Provides spark to the ignition system. Set
spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch) Clean
spark plug once a week.
9
.
Muffler –
Used to reduce noise and emissions.
10
. Fuel Tank –
Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional
information refer to engine owner's manual.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Engine components can generate extreme heat.
To prevent burns,
DO NOT
touch these areas
while the engine is running or immediately after
operating.
NEVER
operate the engine with the
muffler removed.
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