Puch Maxi User manual

A) SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
The engine -number is stamped on top of the right crankcase
half.
1-Speed Automatic
2-Speed Automatic
The specification plate
is secured to the right side of the frame.
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IMPORTANT!
Write down your
key-number
at once.
This saves time,
money and
annoyance if the
keys are lost.
The frame serial number is stamped on the right side of the
frame, just beneath the seat post.
My key number is - ----------- ------ ------------- -- -- -- ---------------- -- -------------- -- _____ _

B) OPERATING CONTROLS
The positions of the controls are shown in the enclosed technical
data sheet.
Following some operating controls described
in detail:
Locking and unlocking
your moped
To lock, move handlebar to the right.
Insert key into lock.
Turn key to the left, push
in and turn key to the right.
Remove key.
Unlocking
is accomplished in reverse order.
Lock
is optional on Maxi and may be service installed at your
PUGH dealer.
Fuel tank filler cap
To open turn filler cap counter clockwise.
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Fuel valve
The fuel valve is located on the right side of the frame.
The positions are clearly indicated
on the chain guard.
In the event you should run out of fuel, the reserve position
should give you adequate range to get you to a filling station.
Always turn the fuel valve to the "Off" position when the moped
is not in use.
Carburetor
1) Primer (see starting engine on page 17).
2) The choke is operated by depressing the black rod extending
through the left engine cover.

Air pump and tools
Thr air pump and the tool kit (on models where tool kit is supplied)
are stored
in the right chain guard cover.
Optional tool kit may be purchased at your PUGH dealer.
Brake levers
The brake control levers are mounted on the handlebar.
Left
(1) lever controls the rear wheel brake.
Right (2) lever controls the front wheel brake.

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Starting lever
The starting lever is located on the left side of the handlebar and
is used for starting.
Please refere to operating procedure on page 17 .
Light and horn switch
This combination switch is located on the left side of the
handlebar. Thumb lever on the end
of the switch activates the
lights. The small push button operates the horn.

Engine stop switch
This two position thumb switch is located on the right side of the
handlebar. The center position, marked RUN , is used to start
and
run the engine. The lower positions are marked OFF and
are used to interrupt the ignition,
wh i ch stops the engine.
C) TIRE PRESSURE
Recommended tire pressure
Front
25 PSI
Rear 32 PSI
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1-SPEED AUTOMATIC
2-SPEED AUTOMAnc
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D) OIL, GAS/OIL MIXTURE
Checking transmission oil level
The 1-speed automatic has an oil le•,el screw (1 ), which also
serves as the filler plug, located on the clutch cover. The drain
plug (2) is located on the lower engine case half.
53/4 fl. oz. (170 cc) of ATF "TYPE F" is used for refill.
The 2-speed automatic has an oil level screw (3) located on the
clutch cover. The filler hole (4) is through the top of the right
crankcase half. The drain plug
(5) is located on the lower portion
of the right crankcase half. .
91/2
fl. oz. (280 cc) of ATF ."TYPE F" is used for refill.
CAUTION
The moped mustbe upright when filling ATF. Do notoverfill. Leave
oil level control screw removed until excessive ATF drains off.
ATF change after the first 300 miles of operation is highly recom-
mended.

Filling up with two stroke mixture
All MAXI engines must be run with agas/oil mixture (regular gas).
The recommended mixing ratio is 50 : 1 when using special Maxi
Mix two stroke moped oil.
If another oil is used please refer to the
fuel mixing chart.
NOTE: DO NOT USE UNLEADED GASOLINE
PUGH MAXI MIX
50 : 1 OIL MIXING TABLE
To 5 gallons gasoline add 12
fl. oz. (379 cc) oil
To 1 gallon gasoline add 2.4 fl. oz. (76 cc) oil
To 1 quart gasoline add .6 fl. oz. (19 cc) oil
NOTE:
To reduce carbon build-up within the engine and exhaust system,
we strongly recommend the use of the special 2 stroke MAXI
MIX oil, 50 : 1 ratio. However
as an emergency measure,
a regular 2 stroke
oil can be mixed in a 25 : 1 ratio as shown
below.
25 : 1 OIL MIXING TABLE (REGULAR TWO STROKE OIL)
To 5 gallons of gasoline add 24 fl. oz. (757 cc) oil
To 1 gallon of gasoline add 4,8 fl. oz. (151 cc) oil
To 1 quart of gasoline add 1,2 fl. oz. (38 cc) oil

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WARNING
Using cup to measure oil for gas/oil mixing ratio
When measuring oil for the gas/o:l mixture, use one cupful of
Maxi Mix
to one quart of regular gas.
NOTE: When using other grades of 2 stroke oil, please refer to
previous page.
NEVER REFUEL WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING!
DO NOT SMOKE OR ALLOW OPEN FLAMES OR SPARKS
IN THE AREA, WHERE YOUR MOPED IS REFUELED
AND/ OR WHERE GASOLINE IS STORED!

E) OPERATING INSTRUCTION
1. Prop the moped on its stand.
2. Unlock fork.
3. Turn fuel valve
to the ON position.
4.
Be sure that the engine stop switch is in the RUN position.
5. If engine is cold, depress the choke and depress the primer
button on the carburetor until fuel drips from carburetor.
CAUTION: After completing step 5 do not open the throttle
control,
as this will deactivate the choke. After the engine
has started
and warming up , open throttle gently to the full
position briefly. This will disengage choke. Avoid rating
engine.
6. Keep.both hands
on the handlebar with the weight of the
moped centered
on the front wheel. Apply the front brake and
fully depress the starting lever located
on the left side of the
handlebar.
Pos ition the pedal approx. parallel to the chain
guard.
While holding the starter lever, push the pedal to start
engine.
7. Alternate starting method:
The moped may also
be started by pedalling as a bicycle.
When momentum has been gained, pull the start lever
and
gently open the throttle. Release the start lever after the
engine starts.

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Throttle
The speed of the moped is controlled with a twist grip on the
right side
of the handlebar. To accelerate twist the throttle towards
you; to decelerate release slowly.
Note:
Depending on engine RPM, clutch will engage or disengage
automatically on the one speed model.
In addition, shifting into or from 2. gear, depending on engine
RPM and road speed, will occur automatically
on the two speed
mode
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Braking
To slow down, release the throttle control and apply equal pull
to both brake levers. Application of both brakes at the same time
is essential to prevent premature brake wear and/or loss of
vehicle control.
CAUTION: Be alert when riding on wet or sandy surfaces. Loss
offriction between tire and road can occur underthese conditions.
Be careful when braking, turning or accelerating under adverse
conditions.

To stop and park
Release the throttle and simultaneously apply both brakes
to stop.
Turn off engine with stop switch.
Close fuel valve.
Rest moped on stand and lock.
Securing your moped
(See page 9)
A high security locking device is recommended. See your PUGH
dealer for advice.
WARNING
After the engine has been run, the exhaust pipe and muffler
will become hot, avoid contact with them.
CAUTION
Two lenghts of screws are used to secure the chain guards.
Ensure that only the shorter version
is used on the left rear
bracket. Longer screw will protrude too far through the bracket
and possible damage the rear tire.
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