Multiquip MTX70HF - Manual (Page 15)

MTX70HF RaMMeR • opeRaTion and paRTs Manual — Rev. #0 (03/08/12) — page 15
OperatiOn
iniTial sTaRTup
When starting the MTX70HF Tamping Rammer perform
the following:
1. Slide the throttle lever from the stop to the idle position
( ) (Figure 6). This opens the fuel cock and the
engine electrical circuit is turned on automatically.
Figure 6. Throttle Lever (Idle Position)
2. Place the choke lever to the closed position. When the
weather is cold, close the choke all the way. When it
is hot, or if the engine is hot, open the choke a little or
leave it fully open (Figure 7).
Figure 7. Choke Lever
CauTion
Failure to understand the operation of the Tamping
Rammer could result in severe damage to the unit or
personal injury.
THROTTLE LEVER
(IDLE POSITION)
CHOKE LEVER
(OPENED POSITION)
3. Grip the starter rope handle (Figure 8) and pull it until
you feel a slight resistance. Then pull sharply and
quickly. Return the handle to the starter case before
releasing.
Figure 8. Recoil Starter
4. If engine fails to start, move the choke lever (Figure 7)
to the half open position to avoid flooding.
5. Repeat steps 1 thru 4.
6. If the engine does not start after repeated attempts,do
the following:
a. Check fuel delivery from fuel tank to carburetor.
b. Check for restrictions to fuel flow at in-tank filter.
c. Check for restrictions to fuel flow at in-line filter.
d. Inspect spark plug for contamination and proper
gap. Clean, adjust or replace spark plug as
required.
STARTER
ROPE