Minuteman Mirage M220028K17X Parts And Instruction Manual page 9

Starting the Engine:
1. Propane powered engines are designed to be started in the IDLE throttle position. This creates the vacuum
necessary to open the lock-off valve inside the regulator. Actuation of the throttle lever will keep the lock-off valve
from opening and the engine from getting propane so the engine will not start.
2. Proper maintenance will insure easy starting.
3. Propane powered engines are designed to be started in the IDLE throttle position. This creates the vacuum
necessary to open the lock-off valve inside the regulator. Actuation of the throttle lever will keep the lock-off valve
from opening and the engine from getting propane so the engine will not start.
4. Proper maintenance will insure easy starting.
5. Open (counterclockwise) the service valve on the propane cylinder about one and a half turns.
6. Engage starter for a MAXIMUM of 5 to 6 seconds or until the engine fires. Serious starter damage will result if
this is exceeded and the warranty may not apply.
7. Operate the engine at half throttle for approximately two minutes for proper warm-up. Then advance to full
throttle for best results.
NOTE: If the engine refuses to start, see the Troubleshooting Guide.
Turning Off the Engine:
1. Close (clockwise) the service valve on the propane cylinder.
2. Always allow the engine to run until it dies from lack of fuel. Only in an emergency should the key switch or kill
switch be used to turn off the engine.
3. Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key.
3. Disconnect the high pressure fuel line from the service valve on the cylinder.
4. Remember, when you are finished with the machine, store the propane tank outside the building in a secure
place away from heat or direct sunlight.
Parts and Instruction Manual - Mirage 27" Propane Burnisher
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