Powerplus POWXG7540 LAWN SCARIFIER 118CC EN - Manual (Page 7)

POWXG7540
EN
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Important! Engine is shipped from the factory without oil. You must add
engine oil before starting engine.
 Inspect air filter for cleanliness.
 Check the fuel supply. Do not fill gas tank completely full, allow space for fuel to expand.
 Be sure spark plug wire is attached and spark plug is tightened securely.
 Check depth regulator lever position.
 Examine underneath and around engine for signs of oil or fuel leaks.
 Inspect fuel hoses for tightness and fuel seepage.
 Look for signs of engine damage.
 Remove excessive debris from muffler area and recoil starter.
8.2 Start the Engine
In order to avoid any unintentional start-ups of the engine, it comes equipped with an engine
brake which must be pressed at all times whilst the device is in use, otherwise the engine will
stop.
Important! When the engine brake lever is released it must return to its
initial position and the engine must stop. If this is not the case, do not use
the equipment again.
 Set the fuel switch to position “ON”.
 For cold start, Set the choke lever to position “ON”.
 Move the throttle lever to middle position.
 Press the brake lever (Fig. 4), and pull the recoil starter rope forcefully until the engine
starts.
 Switch off “CHOKE“.
 Give full throttle.
Important: Always pull the starter rope slowly until you feel the initial
resistance then pull it quickly to start the engine. Do not allow the starter
rope to whip back of its own accord.
Important: The scarifier roller begins to rotate as soon as the engine is
started.
Important: Never open the ejection guard when the motor is running. A
rotating cutting unit can cause injuries.
8.3 Stop the Engine
 Release the brake lever, the engine will be stopped.

Set the fuel switch to position “OFF”.
8.4 Adjustment
8.4.1 Working depth
To set the working depth, push the depth adjusting handle gently away from the device, set
the required depth and then lock the lever back into position. (Fig. 5)
Important! For transport move the depth adjusting handle to the highest position. (Fig. 6)