Operation - MULTIQUIP Mikasa Series Operation And Parts Manual

Operation

The following steps outline the procedure for starting the engine:
Open the fuel shut- off valve by moving the fuel cock
1.
lever to the open position (Figure 7).
Figure 7. Fuel Shut-Off Valve (Open)
Set the engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 8) to the "ON"
2.
position (start).
Figure 8. ON/OFF Switch (ON Position)
3. Move the throttle lever to the "IDLE" position (Figure 9).
Figure 9. Throttle Lever (Idle)
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4. In cold weather, start the unit with choke lever "Fully Closed"
(Figure 10). In warm weather or when the engine is warm,
the unit can be started with choke halfway or completely
open.
Figure 10. Choke Lever (Closed)
5 Grip the recoil starter (Figure 11) handle and pull it until you
feel a slight resistance. Then pull sharply and quickly. Return
the recoil starter handle to the starter position before releas-
ing.
Figure 11. Recoil Starter
6. If engine fails to start, move the choke lever (Figure 10) to
the half open position to avoid flooding.
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6.
8. If the engine does not start after repeated attempts,
check the spark plug for excess fuel. Clean and replace
the spark plug as needed.