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Old 09-28-2008, 10:55 PM
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Default What does PRI mean? lt50 for fuel shutoff?

ok the guy said to turn the **** on the left side to pri in the back to turn off the gas.
it says

PRI ....................PRI (towards back)

.............. ON

Why is there 2 pri's
what does PRI mean

Anyone have a copy of the users manual [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif[/img]
Fax, email, or, snail mail (With reimbursement) would be great
Or ill have to order one from suzuki Fun
 
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Old 09-28-2008, 11:13 PM
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There is no real "off" on your petcock. PRI means prime, this means that the fuel line by-passes the fuel pump/filter and goes directly into the carb (usually gravity fed). I only know this because it is the same on my old kq. I only have one PRI though, you have two? Can't help you on why there might be two. No manual, just thought I would chime in. I just leave my fuel petcock on all the time. Unless you see a spot underneath your quad, this should be fine for you as well.
 
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Old 09-28-2008, 11:21 PM
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Default What does PRI mean? lt50 for fuel shutoff?

ya it was dripping some gas in the back of my Jeep (cherokee) o the way home ill have to keep an eye on it.
there wasnt any gas on the floor at the guys garage that i noticed.
ya 2 pri's on if you point the arrow forward one if you point it towards the back [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif[/img]
So when should i use the pri? ever?
or after the winter since i usually run it out of gas for storage?
thakns for the info
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Old 09-29-2008, 12:58 AM
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Default What does PRI mean? lt50 for fuel shutoff?

The only time you will need the PRIME is if you run completely out of gas or if you drain the carb for service/cleaning.
 
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Old 09-29-2008, 11:39 AM
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Default What does PRI mean? lt50 for fuel shutoff?

thanks for clearing that up for me.
Do i need special oil for the oil injection?
the guy said he used regular 2 stroke oil, but i thouhgt i remember reading someone saying using injection oil.
is there a difference...
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Default What does PRI mean? lt50 for fuel shutoff?

Did you say in the Cheorokee!!LOL!! That is hardcore. Bet that is fun getting in and out. I can't say I have ever seen that before. I would definately use injection oil, although you probably would be fine with the regular 2 stroke oil (but I would use the best in this case). Good luck.
 
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Old 09-29-2008, 01:55 PM
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Default What does PRI mean? lt50 for fuel shutoff?

Ya i have a 2000 jeep cherokee that is lifted 3.5" with 31's, offroad bumper w/ winch, rock rails etc on it.
flipped down the back seat it fit perfect..
I did measure that it would fit before i went to get it too [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img]

Pic with just the lift and tires



ETA Rode it around the yard today to check it out ran great for my little newbies..
only got alittle wet since its a rain day here. oh well have to go hide it till christmas now [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif[/img]

Later guys
 
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Old 09-30-2008, 06:54 PM
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The two PRIme settings are identical. They gravity-feed fuel directly into the carb. I use them for first-of-the-day cold starts:

1) Push choke lever down.
2) Turn petcock to PRI.
3) Pull starter cord.
4) When engine starts, turn petcock to ON.
5) Run for 15-30 seconds, then lift choke lever.

Works great every time.

When not using the machine, leave the petcock in the ON position.
 
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Old 09-30-2008, 09:57 PM
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Default What does PRI mean? lt50 for fuel shutoff?

thakns for the input.
I did leave it at the on posiiton when i parked it in the barn.
found a users manual on ebay. 29.00 plus 6 for shipping LOL
ill wait longer or ill figure this stuff out one at a time..
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Default What does PRI mean? lt50 for fuel shutoff?

When the pitcock valve is on ON, should any fuel come out of the picock valve? I only see fuel out when in the PRI position. Does the diaphram in the pitcock valve serve as like a fuel pump? I'm having trouble getting an 85 LT50 to start after fuel system rebuild. Compression and fire are good. Sparkplug gets wet. I assume the fuel line for PRI goes to the carb and and the other one goes to the manifold? Any info on carb air/fuel adjustments? I am two turns out on fuel and a 1/2 turn out on air (guess). Any help would be appriciated.
 
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