Sm Engine Tools
tool used to measure gaps
feeler gauge
part that controls how much fuel is in carb bowl
float/ float needle
job of small engine
to do work
tool used to strip wires
wire strippers
what color wires are hot
black/ red/ blue
tool used to test spark
sparkplug tester
what are the 2 fuel passage ways called
highspeed/ idle
job of ignition?
to create a spark in the cylinder at the correct time
what should you wear at all times
safety glasses
what size wire is standard in residential
14 gauge
A tool used to measure the diameter to a very precise amount
micrometer
what does the choke plate do?
restricts airflow to create a richer air/fuel mixture
Job of carburetor?
provide a steady and reliable amount of fuel and air to the cylinder
what surrounds out side of wires
insulator
what is AC power
wall power
tool used for tightening bolts to a specific spec
torque wrench
what does the throttle plat do?
allows air/ fuel mixture into the cylinder
what is torque?
if the work can be done
what tool do you use to tighten screws
screw driver
what is electricity
a form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles
tool used for holding fly wheel
flywheel strap
purpose of venturis
create a low-pressure area to speed up airflow
what is horsepower?
rate at which the work can be done
what tool do you test voltage with
multimeter
what are the 4 parts to a circuit