MULTIQUIP Mikasa Series Operation And Parts Manual page 19

Operation
1. To start the rammer tamping action, move the throttle lever
(Figure 12) quickly from IDLE (close) to the FULL OPEN
position. DO NOT move the throttle lever slowly as this may
cause damage to the clutch or spring.
Figure 12. Throttle Lever (Full Open)
CAUTION - Throttle Lever
Make sure that the throttle lever is moved to the FULL OPEN
position. Operating the rammer at less than full speeds can result
in damage to the clutch springs or foot
2. The MTR-40F tamping rammer is designed to run between
3,800~4,100 rpm's. At optimum rpm the foot hits at the rate
of 650~695 impacts per minute. Increasing throttle speed
past factory set rpm does not increase impacts and may
damage unit. The MTR-40F is designed to advance while
tamping. For faster advance, pull back slightly on the handle
so that rear of foot contacts soil first.
Stopping The Engine
Normal Shutdown
1. Move throttle lever quickly from the FULL OPEN to IDLE
position (Figure 13 ) and run the engine for three minutes at
low speed.
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Figure 13. Throttle Lever (Idle)
2. After the engine cools , turn the engine ON/OFF switch to the
"OFF" position (Figure 14).
Figure 14. ON/OFF Switch (Off Position)
3. Close the fuel shut- off valve (Figure 15) by moving the fuel
cock lever to the CLOSED position.
Figure 15. Fuel Shut-Off Valve
(Closed Position)
Emergency Showdown
1. Move the throttle lever quickly to the IDLE position, and turn
the engine ON/OFF switch to the OFF position. Turn the fuel
valve lever to the CLOSED position.