Engine Prestart Checks − Dx Model; Connecting The Battery (Dx Models Only) - Miller Electric 185 Owner's Manual

5-4. Engine Prestart Checks − DX Model
1/2 in
(13 mm)
1
.
Fuel valve is shown in the
open position. Always close
fuel valve after stopping unit.
Moving unit with fuel valve
open may cause carburetor
flooding and make starting
difficult.

5-5. Connecting The Battery (DX Models Only)

Tools Needed:
1/2 in
Full
Gasoline
Full
.
Complete Parts List available at www.MillerWelds.com
Check all fluids daily. Engine must
be cold and on a level surface. Unit
is shipped with 10W30 engine oil.
1
Open valve.
.
Fuel
Add fresh fuel before starting
engine the first time (see engine
manual for specifications). Fill fuel
tank up to 1/2 in. (13 mm) from top
to allow room for expansion. Check
fuel level on a cold engine before
use each day.
Oil
After fueling, check oil with unit on
level surface. If oil is not up to full
mark on dipstick, add oil (see en-
gine manual).
Unit stops if oil level is too low. Unit
cannot be restarted until sufficient
oil is added.
.
Turn Engine Switch to Off (DX
models only).
+
−
Connect negative (−) cable last.
Fuel Valve
Close fuel valve before moving
unit or carburetor may flood
and make starting difficult.
To improve cold weather
starting:
Keep battery in good condition.
Store battery in warm area off
concrete surface.
Use correct grade oil for cold
weather.
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803 596−B / 803 466
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