Pre-Start Checks; Start & Stop Procedure - Altrad Belle POKER POWER UNIT Manuel De L'opérateur

Pre start-up inspection.
The following Pre-start-up inspection must be performed before the start of each
work session or after every four hours of use, whichever is fi rst. Please refer to
the service section for detailed guidance. If any fault is discovered, the power unit must not be used until the fault is rectifi ed.
1. Thoroughly inspect the Power Unit for signs of damage. Check components are present and secure.
2. Check the engine oil level and top up as necessary.
3. Check the engine fuel level and top up as necessary.
4. Check for fuel and oil leaks.
Honda GX120 & GX160 Petrol Engine
1. Open the fuel tap by moving the fuel ON / OFF lever fully to the right.
2. If starting the engine from cold, set the choke ON by moving the choke lever fully to the left. If
restarting a warm engine, the choke is usually not required, however, if the engine has cooled
to a degree, partial choke may be required.
3. Turn the engine ON / OFF switch clockwise to the 'I' position.
4. Set the throttle to the idle position by moving the throttle lever fully to the right. Do not start the
engine on full throttle, as the compactor will vibrate as soon as the engine starts.
5. Taking a fi rm hold of the control handle with one hand, grasp the recoil starter handle with the
other. Pull the recoil starter until engine resistance is felt, then let starter return.
6. Taking care not to pull the starter's rope fully out, pull the starter handle briskly.
7. Repeat until the engine fi res.
8. Once the engine fi res gradually set the choke lever to the OFF position by moving it to the right.
9. If the engine fails to fi re after several attempts, follow the trouble-shooting guide on page 8.
10. To stop the engine, set the throttle to idle and turn the engine ON / OFF switch anticlockwise to the '0' position.
11. Turn the fuel off.
Robin EX 13 & EX 17 Petrol Engine
1. Open the fuel cock.
2. Turn the STOP SWITCH to the position 'I' (ON)
3. Set the speed control lever 1/3 of the way towards the high speed position.
4. Close the choke lever.
- If the engine is cold or the ambient temperature is low, close the choke lever fully.
- If the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high, open the choke lever half way, or keep it fully open.
5. Pull the starter handle slowly until resistence is felt. This is the 'compression' point. return the handle to its original position and
pull swiftly. Do not pull out the rope all the way. After starting the engine, allow the starter handle to return to its original position
while still holding the handle.
6. After starting the engine, gradually open the choke by turning the choke lever and fi nally keep it fully opened. Do not fully open the
choke lever immediately when the engine is cold or the ambient temperature is low, because the engine may stop.
7. To stop the engine, Set the speed control lever at the low speed position and allow the engine to runat low speed for 1 to 2
minutes before stopping.
8. Turn the STOP SWITCH counter-clockwise to the position '0' (OFF)
9. Close the fuel cock.
10. Pull the starter handle slowly and return the handle to its original position when resistance is felt. This operation is necessary to
prevent outside moist air from intruding into the combustion chamber.
Hatz 1B20 Diesel Engine
1. Turn ON the fuel by moving the fuel ON/OFF lever
fully to the right.
2. Set the engine speed control to start.
3. Taking a fi rm hold of the control handle with one
hand, grasp the recoil starter handle with the other.
Pull the handle until engine resistance is felt, then let
the starter return.
4. Taking care not to pull the starter's rope fully out, pull the starter handle briskly with both hands.
5. Repeat this procedure until the engine fi res.
6. If the engine fails to start after several attempts, consult the engine manual supplied with the machine.
7. To stop the engine, set the throttle control to idle, then press and hold the red stop button until the engine stops.

Pre-Start Checks

Start and Stop Procedure
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