MULTIQUIP Mikasa Series Operation And Parts Manual page 16

This section is intended to assist the operator with the pre-
inspection of the MTR-40F Tamping Ramme r. It is extremely
important that this section be read carefully before attempting
to operate the rammer.
DO NOT use your rammer until this section is thoroughly
understood.
Inspection
■ Check all nuts, bolts fasteners for tightness. Retighten as
necessary.
■ Clean any dirt from the recoil starter and engine cooling fins.
Wipe the entire rammer clean before operating.
■ Replace any missing or damaged Safety Operation decals.
CAUTION - Read Manual
DO NOT attempt to operate the Tamping
Rammer until the Safety, General
Information and Inspection sections of this
manual have been read and thoroughly
understood .
Prior to Operation
1. When transporting the rammer, carry it by the grip handle
located on the body (Figure 3).
Figure 3. Grip Handle
Main Spring and Crankcase Lubrication
1. There are 2 grease fittings (Figure 18) that require lubrica-
tion of the main springs. Lubricate these fittings as outlined
in the maintenance section of this manual.
2. There are 2 grease fittings (Figure 19) that require lubrica-
tion of the crankcase. Lubricate these fittings as outlined in
the maintenance section of this manual.
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MTR-40F— OPERATION
Fuel
1. This rammer is equipped with a two-cycled gasoline engine.
Use only unleaded gasoline. High test ethyl gasoline is not
recommended.
2. If fuel is low, remove the fuel filler cap (Figure 4) and fill with
only unleaded gasoline. Motor fuels are highly flammable
and can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while
refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel the rammer if the engine
is hot! or running .
Figure 4. Fuel Tank
Engine Oil Check
1. To check the engine oil level, place the rammer on secure
level ground with the engine stopped.
2. Remove the filler cap/dipstick from the engine oil filler hole
(Figure 5) and wipe it clean.
Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick
3. Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler
neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4. If the oil level is low (Figure 6), fill to the edge of the oil filler
hole with the recommended oil type (Table 3). Maximum oil
capacity is .079 gallons (0.3 liters)