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G-55H GASOLINE VIBRATOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/07/06) — PAGE 13
Figure 3. Honda GX160T1QX2 Engine Components
5.5 HP Honda Gasoline Engine
The engine (Figure 3) 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.
1. Fuel Filler Cap – Remove this cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened
securely. DO NOT over fill.
G-55H GASOLINE VIBRATOR — ENGINE COMPONENTS
2. Throttle Lever – Used to adjust engine RPM speed
(lever advanced forward
SLOW
, lever back toward
operator
FAST
).
3. Engine ON/OFF Switch – ON position permits engine
starting,
OFF
position stops engine operation.
4. Recoil Starter (pull rope) – Manual-starting method.
Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull
briskly and smoothly.
5. Fuel Valve Lever – OPEN to let fuel flow, CLOSE to
stop the flow of fuel.
6. Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or
in cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel
mixture.
7. Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering
the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air filter
cannister to gain access to filter element.
NOTE
Operating the engine without an air
filter, with a damaged air filter, or a
filter in need of replacement will
allow dirt to enter the engine,
causing rapid engine wear.
10. Fuel Tank – Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional
information refer to engine owner's manual.
11. Oil Drain Plug – Remove this plug to remove oil from
the engine's crankcase.
12. Dipstick/Oil Filler Cap – Remove this cap to determine
if the engine oil is low. Add oil through this filler port as
recommended in Table 3.
9. Muffler – Used to reduce noise and emissions.
Adding fuel to the tank should be done only when the
engine is stopped and has had an opportunity to cool
down. In the event of a fuel spill,
DO NOT attempt to start the engine until
the fuel residue has been completely
wiped up, and the area surrounding the
engine is dry.
DANGERDANGER
DANGERDANGER
DANGER
WARNINGWARNING
WARNINGWARNING
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.
Explosive
Fuel Hazard
Burn Hazard
8. Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system.
Clean spark plug once a week.