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2-3.
ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE (Continued)
(8) Connect clamp and ground cable to ground rod and securely tighten screw.
c.
Perform category B (before operation) PMCS contained in Table 2-2 or verify that category B PMCS was
performed. Report any problems to unit maintenance.
d.
The following paragraphs contain instructions for starting, operating and stopping the unit.
2-4.
OPERATING PROCEDURE
CARBON MONOXIDE (EXHAUST GAS) CAN KILL YOU
Exposure to exhaust gases produces symptoms of headache,
dizziness, loss of muscular control, drowsiness, or coma.
Brain damage or death can result from severe exposure.
Fumes from engine become concentrated with poor
ventilation. Operate engine in a ventilated area only.
While running engine, be alert for fumes. Keep area
ventilated. If someone Is overcome, expose to fresh air;
keep warm and still; give artificial respiration If needed. Seek
medical attention. Administer oxygen, if available.
GOOD VENTILATION IS THE BEST DEFENSE AGAINST
EXHAUST POISONING.
a.
Preparation for starting.
(1) Move throttle control hand lever (1)
fully to left past stop (2).
(2) Pull out extra fuel device button (3)
until fully extended.
(3) Turn decompression lever (4) clockwise
to 12 o'clock position (position 2).If
decompression lever is in the 6 o'clock
position, hand cranking will be extremely
difficult.
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