Operation - Powermate PRTT212 Operator's Manual

Operation

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Pre-Start Inspection
1 . Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and bolts are secure .
A . Verify the air pressure in both tires is 25 - 30 psi before each use .
2. Check oil level in engine crankcase. See your engine manual for procedure and specifications.
3 . Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness . See your engine manual for procedure .
4 . Check the fuel supply . Use fresh unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher . Do not use gasoline
containing more than 10% ethanol . Use of non-ethanol fuel is best . We recommend the continuous use of a fuel
additive /stabilizer to counteract the effects of ethanol . These additives also prolong the shelf life of gasoline . Fill the
fuel tank no closer than 1 inch from top of tank to provide space for expansion . See your engine manual for
fuel recommendations .
5 . Be sure spark plug wire is attached and spark plug is tightened securely .
6 . Check position of wheels and wheel lockouts .
7 . Check depth regulator lever position .
8 . Examine underneath and around engine for signs of oil or fuel leaks .
9 . Inspect fuel hoses for tightness and fuel seepage .
10 . Look for signs of engine damage .
11. Remove excessive debris from muffler area and recoil starter.
IMPORTANT: Engine is shipped from factory without oil. You must add engine oil before starting engine.
CAUTION
Please do not start your tiller until you have read the manual that came with your tiller, and the sections in this manual
tiller controls, adjustments and safety . If you have read these, follow the steps below to start your tiller . Always perform
this pre-start checklist before starting the engine .
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is hot or running. Always
move outdoors to fill tank.
Wheels must always be locked in the tilling position when engine is running . Do not operate the tiller with the wheel
lockouts unlocked . Always set the wheels in tilling position before starting engine .
Always put depth regulator lever in the transport position before starting engine . Tines should clear ground .
DANGER
Always keep hands and feet clear of rotating machine parts .
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Start-Up
The controls required to start and run the tiller are located on the engine and are marked with the icon for choke, slow and
fast for the throttle, and on/off fuel valve . A more detailed description of engine operation and all related precautions and
procedures can be found in the engine manufacturer's manual that accompanies each tiller.
Cold Starts
1 . Turn the Engine Switch to the "on" position .
2 . Move the Fuel Valve lever to the right for "on" position .
3 . Move choke lever to the left for full choke "start" position .
4 . Move throttle lever to "start" or "fast" position .
5 . Pull starting rope out slowly one time and allow to return normally .
6 . Pull starting rope out rapidly, and allow rope to return normally .
7 . When engine starts, gradually move choke lever to "run" position and increase throttle speed .
Restarting a Warm Engine
NOTE: Restarting an engine that is already warm from previous running does not normally require use of the choke .
1 . Move throttle lever to "start" position or "fast" position .
2 . Pull starting rope out rapidly until engine starts . Allow rope to return normally . Repeat until engine starts .
3 . Adjust throttle speed to "fast" for best tiller performance .
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