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To the engines/generators exported to and used in the countries other than the U.S.A., warranty service shall be performed by the distributor in each country in accordance with the standard Robin engine/generator warranty policy as applicable. (EX30D for California) AIR INDEX To show compliance with California emission regulations, a hangtag has been provided displaying the Air Index level and durability period of this engine.
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EPA regulations during its warranty period. For the components listed under PARTS COVERED, the service dealer authorized by ROBIN AMERICA will, at no cost to you, make the necessary diagnosis, repair, or replacement necessary to ensure that the engine complies with applicable U.S. EPA regulations.
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FOREWORD Thank you very much for purchasing a ROBIN ENGINE. Your ROBIN ENGINE can supply the power to operate various sorts of machines and equipment. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the proper operation and maintenance procedures in order to maximize the safe and efficient use of this product.
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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please make sure you review each precaution carefully. Pay special attention to statement preceded by the following words. WARNING “WARNING” indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed. CAUTION “CAUTION”...
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Do not touch the spark plug and ignition cable when starting and operating the engine. ■ Never make adjustments on the machinery while it is connected to the engine, without ■ first removing the ignition cable from the spark plug. Turning the crankshaft by hand during adjusting or cleaning might start the engine, and cause serious injury to the operator.
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SYMBOLS Read the owner's manual. Stay clear of the hot surface. Exhaust gas is poisonous. Do not operate in an unventilated area. Stop the engine before refueling. Fire, open flame and smoking prohibited. On (Run) Plus ; Positive polarity Off (Stop) Battery Engine oil Engine start (Electric start)
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3. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 4. ELECTRIC STARTER MODELS For electric starter operation, proper electric wiring NOTE arrangements are needed before normal engine operation. Engine shipped from our factory is without oil. Before starting engine, fill with oil. Do not over-fill. 1. BATTERY Use a battery rated 12V-24AH or larger.
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5. OPERATING YOUR ENGINE 4. WIRING (See Fig. 3 3 3 3 3 ) MAGNETIC SWITCH CABLE 1. STARTING To KEY SWITCH (TERMINAL "ST") (1) Open the fuel cock. (2) Turn the STOP SWITCH to the position “ I ” (ON). (See Fig.3-q) EARTH WIRE (3) Close the choke lever.
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Your local zoning or environmental regulations will give you more detailed instructions on proper disposal. *Note: 2. As to the procedures for these items, please refer to the SERVICE MANUAL or consult your nearest Robin service dealer.
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3. INSPECTING THE SPARK PLUG (See Fig.5 5 5 5 5 -w w w w w ) (1) Clean off carbon deposits on the spark plug electrode B. Dual Element Type (Urethane Foam and Paper using a plug cleaner or wire brush. elements) (See Fig.5-y,u) Urethane Foam cleaning (See Fig.5-y-q,5-u-q) (2) Check electrode gap.
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Perform the following checks before you take the engine to WARNING Flame Prohibited your Robin dealer. If you still have trouble after completing If you do not use the engine more than 1 month, discharge the checks, take the engine to your nearest Robin dealer.
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10. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL EX13D EX21D EX30D Type Air-cooled, 4-cycle single cylinder, overhead camshaft, gasoline engine Displacement mL (cc) Direction of Rotation Counterclockwise, as Viewed from P.T.O. Shaft side Lubricant Automotive detergent oil (API/ SE or higher grade, SAE/ 10W-30 etc.) Oil Capacity Liter Fuel...
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ISSUE EMD-EU2294 PRINTED IN JAPAN December 2006...
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