SM-VX700 Page 8 Rev. D7.0 Preparation for Use When Supplied with Trailer7.1 Optional Trailer Preparation1. Check the trailer hand brake for proper operation. The trailer should roll freely whenthe brake is released. The trailer should not roll when the hand brake is engaged.2. If the trailer moves while the hand brake is applied screw the hand cap on the brakehandle clockwise a few turns to tighten brakes until the trailer can't be moved whenthe brake is engaged.3. Check tire pressure to ensure tires are inflated to 45 psi.7.2 VX700 Preparation for Use1. Position the VX700 on a level surface.2. Ensure the Emergency OFF Switch on the control panel is in the OFF (down) positionand remove the motor ignition key.3. Remove the inside access panel, (between motor and battery compartment), to gainaccess to the battery compartment.4. Clip the ty-wrap that secures the negative battery cable to nearby fuel and waterhoses.5. Burnish the negative battery terminal and the battery cable clamp with a battery postcleaner.6. Attach the negative battery cable clamp to the negative terminal of the battery andtighten. .7. Install the light post. Screws and washers can be found in a bag attached to the lightpost. The wiring bundles of the control panel and the light post will need to beconnected inside of the battery compartment.8. Reinstall the access panel9. Fill the Honda motor crankcase with oil as described in the HONDA GX630 owner'smanual. Use extreme caution to prevent oil from overflowing the port on top of themotor.10. Add gasoline to the fuel tank. Avoid using fuels that are high in methanol or ethanoladditives. If used methanol fuels must contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.