Small Engine Outline

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Small engine presentation

1.       Understanding how it works

a.       Use cut aways

b.      Compression

c.       Fuel distribution

d.      electricty

2.       Trouble shooting a lawn mower

a.       How to check for a

                                                               i.      Spark

                                                             ii.      Compression

                                                            iii.      spark

3.       Cleaning the carb

a.       Have clean models on hand

b.      Carb cleaning fluid, rags and thin wire

4.       Cleaning the air filter

a.       Dish soap for sponge kind

b.      Compressed air for paper element

5.       Rope pull            

a.       Just a quick look at how it works

6.       Lubrication

a.       First oil change after 5 hours

b.      Seasonal or 30 hours

c.       Drain from the side or the bottom

d.      Carb side up when tilting

7.       Blade sharpening

a.       Grinding wheel or file

8.       Ordering parts

a.       Model number

b.      Printout from manufacturer

9.       Buying new

a.       Suggestions for where

b.      Initial maintenance to keep it and you happy