Smithco Super Star X-Treme Gas 43-000-x (sn 43375 – Current) Parts & Service Manual - Manual (Page 13)

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Service
ADJUSTMENTS
(CONTINUED)
TO ADJUST FOOT PEDAL THROTTLE CABLE
1. Jack up unit so that all drive wheel are off the ground. (Use jack stands)
2. Start the engine, make certain that the hand throttle is in the idle position
(1200 engine RPM).
3. Engine speed must increase as soon as the foot pedal begins to move in
either direction. At the full forward position, the engine RPM must be 3600
RPM ± 100.
4. Minor adjustment can be made by backing out (unscrewing) (Ref A) until you
reach full engine RPM with the foot pedal fully depressed in the forward
position. Be sure to recheck after the nuts are fully tightened.
5. Major adjustment needs to be made at engine by pulling the slack out of the cable. Loosen the screw in
the wire block that is clamped onto the end of the cable (at the engine) and slide it up to the cable block
that is through the throttle plate. Do not let the throttle plate move to increase idle speed. Tighten the
screw.
6. Test run to determine that there is no binding and that engine idle speed is 1200 RPM and that it is 3600
RPM at full forward position of the foot pedal.
STORAGE
When storing, remove the key from the key switch to avoid unauthorized persons from operating machine.
1. Before storing clean machine thoroughly.
2. Check bolts and nuts, tighten as necessary.
3. Make all repairs that are needed and remove any debris.
4. Remove the battery, adjust the electrolyte level and recharge it. Store the battery in a dry, dark place.
5. Store in a clean and dry area, but NOT near a stove, furnace or water heater which uses a pilot light or
any device that can create a spark.
6. Engines stored over 30 days need to be protected or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in a fuel
system or on essential carburetor parts. Check the engine manual and follow the instructions for the
storage of the engine.