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STR36SP-SERIES • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/16/11) — PAGE 20
STR36SP-SERIES — BASIC ENGINE
Figure 4. Engine Controls and Components
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WARNING
Engine components can generate extreme
heat. To prevent burns, DO NOT touch these
areas while the engine is running or
immediately after operating. NEVER operate
the engine with the muffler removed.
6. Engine ON/OFF Switch – "ON" position permits engine
starting, "OFF" position stops engine operations.
7. Fuel Drain Valve – OPEN to let fuel flow, CLOSE to stop
the flow of fuel.
8. Fuel Filter – Filters fuel for contaminants.
9. Oil Filter – Spin-on type, filters oil for contaminants.
10. Oil Cooler – Helps keep engine oil cooler for longer engine
life.
11. Throttle Lever – Controlled by accelerator pedal,
increases or decreases engine RPM.
12. Oil Filler Cap – Remove to add engine oil.
13. Oil Dip Stick – Remove to check amount and condition of
oil in crankcase.
14. Starter – Starts engine when ignition key is rotated to the
"ON" position.
15. Oil Drain Plug – Remove to drain crankcase oil.
16. Spark Plug – Provides spark to the combustion chamber.
See engine owner's manual for plug type and gap settings.
Clean spark plug once a week.
INITIAL SERVICING
The engine (Figure 4) must be checked for proper lubrication and
filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturer's engine
manual for instructions & details of operation and servicing. The
engine shown above is a HONDA engine. Operation for other
types of engines may vary somewhat.
1. Fuel Tank – Five gallon capacity; use unleaded gasoline.
2. Fuel Filler Cap – Remove this cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened
securely. DO NOT over fill.
3. Muffler – Used to reduce noise and emissions.
4. Air Filter – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering the
fuel system. Unsnap air filter cover to gain access to filter
element.
5. Choke Knob – Used in the starting of a cold engine or in
cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel
mixture.
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