Pre-Operation Check - MTD 179cc Notice D'utilisation

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!
Improperly maintaining
this engine, or 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. Check the owner's manual provided with
the equipment that is powered by this
engine. Review the owner's manual for
any precautions and procedures that
should be followed before starting the
engine.
Starting the Engine
WARNING!
Always keep hands and
feet clear of moving parts. Do not use a
pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are
flammable.
WARNING!
An adult should start the
engine. Only allow children to start the
engine if an adult has determined they
are experienced and capable of such
operation.
WARNING!
If you are unable to start
this engine after following instructions
in this manual, contact you authorized
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.
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• DO NOT put flammable liquids into
carburetor.
• 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 Fig. 5-1 before attempting to start
this engine. If this engine is remotely controlled
by the equipment it is powering, be sure
to familiarize yourself with the equipment
Operator's Manual as well.
Fast Slow/Idle
Run Choke
Figure 5-1
1. If equipped, insert the key.
Important: The key is a safety device. Do not
turn the key in an attempt to start the engine.
Doing so may cause it to break.
Figure 5-2
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.
Electric Start Pull Start
Figure 5-3
Engines With Electric
Starters
If you have a manual recoil starter,
see Engines with Recoil Starters
later in this section.
WARNING!
handle while the engine is running.
WARNING!
equipped with a 120V A.C. Three-Wire
Power Cord and Plug designed to
operated on a 120V A.C. household
current. It must be properly grounded at
all times to avoid the possibility of injury
or death from electrical shock.
a. Determine if your house wiring has
a Ground Fault Interrupted (G.F.I.)
Three-Wire Grounded System; if you
are not sure, ask a Licensed Electrician.
b. If your house wiring does not have a
G.F.I. Three-Wire Grounded System,
DO NOT USE THIS ELECTRIC STARTER
UNDER ANY CONDITION.
c. If your house wiring is grounded and
a G.F.I. three-Prong Wall Receptacle
is not available at the location where
Engine Off
your starter will be used, one must
be installed by a Licensed Electrician
BEFORE USING THE ELECTRIC
STARTER!
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning,
Primer
be sure engine is outdoors in a well-
ventilated area.
2. Be sure fuel valve, if present (see
equipment Operator's Manual
instructions) is open and all switches are
on.
NOTE:
If your engine is equipped with
a 12V battery-operated electric starter,
proceed Step 5.
3. Plug an extension cord into the outlet
located on the engine's surface. Plug the
other end of extension cord into a three-
Key
prong 120-volt, grounded, AC outlet in a
well-ventilated area.
CAUTION
any length, but must be rated for 15
amps at 125 volts, grounded and rated
for outdoor use.
IMPORTANT:
When connecting the power cord,
always connect the power cord to the switch box
on the engine first; then into the outlet.
4. Move engine speed control, if equipped,
in the "Fast" position.
5. If equipped, set the choke control to "FULL
CHOKE" position.
6. If equipped, Prime 3 - 5 times.
• Make sure you cover the vent hole
with your thumb.
• Hold the primer bulb in for one full
second each time you press it.
NOTE: DO NOT use the primer bulb
to restart a warm engine after a short
shutdown. Doing so will flood the engine
and may result in equipment malfunction.
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DO NOT pull the starter
Some electric starters are
: The extension cord can be