EarthQuake W1265V - Manual (Page 16)

Operator's Manual
Viper® 212cc 4-Cycle Engine
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TRANSPORTING ENGINE
1. Shut fuel supply off by moving the fuel lever to the OFF
position. Failure to turn fuel off may cause raw fuel to enter
the crank case contaminating the engine oil and providing
insufficient lubrication. SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE MAY
RESULT. SEE FIGURES 17 AND 18
2. Never transport engine inside an enclosed space or vehicle.
Fuel or fuel vapors may ignite causing serious injury or death.
3. If fuel is present in the fuel tank remove fuel or transport with
an open vehicle in an upright position.
4. If an enclosed vehicle must be used, remove fuel into an
approved red fuel container. DO NOT siphon by mouth.
5. Run engine or drain to use up the fuel in the carburetor and
fuel tank. Always run engine in a well ventilated area.
6. Wipe away any spilled fuel from engine. Allow to dry.
STEPS FOR LONG-TERM STORAGE
1. Add fuel stabilizer according to manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Run engine for 10-15 minutes to ensure that the stabilizer
reaches the carburetor.
a) Move fuel lever to the OFF position and start engine. Run
until engine runs itself out of any residual fuel left in fuel cup
and fuel lines. (It is normal for the engine to run two to three
minutes before the fuel is completely out of system.)
3. Remove the remainder of the fuel from the fuel tank into an
approved fuel container.
4. Store engine in its upright position.
5. Remove all debris from engine.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR
At Viper, we build quality and durability into the design of our
products; but no amount of careful design by us, and careful
maintenance by you, can guarantee a repair-free life for your
Viper Engine. Most repairs will be minor, and easily fixed by
following the suggestions in the troubleshooting guide in this
section.
This section will help you pinpoint the causes of common
problems and identify remedies.
For more complicated repairs, you may want to rely on your
retailer, an authorized service center or Viper. Viper will make
the necessary repairs if a service center is not available. A parts
breakdown is located toward the end of this manual.
We will always be glad to answer any questions you have, or
help you find suitable assistance. To order parts or inquire about
warranty, call or e-mail us using the contact information found
in this section.
WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
CAN CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
DO NOT REMOVE FUEL WHILE SMOKING, NEAR OPEN
FLAME, OR OTHER POTENTIAL HAZARDS.
AVOID INJURY! NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN
THE TANK INSIDE A BUILDING. POTENTIAL SPARKS
MAY BE PRESENT CAUSING IGNITION OF FUEL AND
FUEL VAPORS.
WARNING
AVOID INJURY! TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATH, NEVER
SIPHON FUEL BY MOUTH.
AVOID INJURY! CHECK ENGINE OFTEN FOR LOOSE
NUTS AND BOLTS. KEEP THESE ITEMS TIGHTENED.
fuel lever
ON position
FIGURE 18
fuel lever
OFF position
FIGURE 17