Start-Up Procedure - MULTIQUIP Mikasa MVH-200DA Operations & Parts Manual

This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial
start-up of the compactor. It is extremely important that this
section be read carefully before attempting to use the compactor
in the field.
Starting the Engine (Yanmar engine):
1. Open the fuel cock (Figure 7).
Figure 7. Fuel Cock
2. Move the throttle lever to the START position by opening it
to about 20 degrees (Figure 8).
Figure 8. Throttle Lever (Start Position)
3. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 9) and slowly pull it out. The
resistance becomes the hardest at a certain position, corre-
sponding to the compression point. Pull the starter grip briskly
and smoothly for starting.
Figure 9. Starter Grip
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4. Push down the decompression lever (Figure 10) and re-
lease.
Figure 10. Decompression Lever
5. If the engine does not start, repeat steps 3 and 4.
Shut-Down Procedure:
1. Return the throttle lever to the START position. Allow the
machine to cool down for 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Turn the throttle lever to the STOP position (Figure 11) to
stop the engine.
Figure 11. Throttle Lever (Stop)
3. Close the fuel cock (Figure 7).