Demonstrate small-engine operation.
Demonstration should include
- locating and reviewing the manual or other documentation prior to operation
- identifying the components of the engine
- identifying tasks for which the engine was designed
- performing a pre-operations check
- performing fueling and startup procedures
- operating the engine
- performing shutdown procedures.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is the purpose of a pre-operations check?
- Where can one find documentation for small-engine operation? Why is it important?
- What are the parts of a small engine?
- What is the difference between two-cycle and four-cycle engines?
- What are the differences in fuel requirements for a two-cycle and a four-cycle engine?
- What is the purpose of the fuel stabilizer?