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Assembly
To preventpersonal injury or propertydamage, do not start
the engine until all assembly steps are complete and you
have read and understandthe safety and operating instruc-
tions in this manual,
INTRODUCTION
Carefully read these instructions in their entirety before you
attempt to assembleor operate your new equipment.
UNPACKINGINSTRUCTIONS
1. Inspect your machine immediately. If you find or suspect
damageto the carton or contents, contact your local autho-
rized dealer or the Factory for assistance.
2. Removeany packing material. Checkfor loose parts
before discarding the packing material or carton. Loose parts
include:
(2)
Long Bushings
3. Perform the assembly on a clean, level surface. Be careful
not to severely bend any of the control cables on the unit.
ASSEMBLYSTEPS
STEP1: UNFOLD AND ADJUSTHANDLEBAR
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to pinch any control cables.
Push the cables out and away before swiveling the handlebar.
1. Loosen the two handlebar knobs (A, Figure1) and unfold
the handlebar into the operating position. Do not use force
-- if there is binding, continue to loosen the knobs.
2. There are two height setting holes in the upper handlebar.
The unit is shipped with the handlebar knobs in the lowest
height setting holes. If this height is correct for you, simply
tighten the two handlebar knobs. If desired, reposition the
handlebar knobs, mounting screws and washers in the other
set of holes.
3. Checkthe six (6) plastic ties (C, Fi9ure 1). Ties must be
positioned as shown.
NOTE:There is only one handlebar storage position - folded
over and down as originally shipped.
STEP2: INSPECTANDTIGHTENHARDWARE
Checkall nuts, bolts and screws on your unit and tighten as
needed.
ToolsNeededto Check for LooseHardware:
• Adjustable wrench
• Slotted-head screwdriver
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• 7/16" socket and extension
(to check hardwareat ends of handlebar)
STEP3: ADD MOTOROIL TO ENGINE
IMPORTANT:The engine is shipped without oil in the
crankcase. Do not start the engine without first adding motor
oil. Severeengine damage will result if the engine is run
without motor oil.
1. Refer to the separate Engine Owner's Manual for motor oil
specifications and capacities.
2. Add oil as described in the EngineOwner's Manual (the
engine is a vertical type, GX 31 model).
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