PART SEVEN ________
Before taking up the handling of a Traction Engine, we want to tell you of a number of things you are likely to do which you ought not to do.
Don't open the throttle too quickly, or you may throw the drive belt off, and are also more apt to raise the water and start priming.
Don't attempt to start the engine with the cylinder cocks closed, but make it a habit to open them when you stop; this will always insure your cylinder being free from water on starting.
Don't talk too much while on duty.
Don't pull the ashes out of ash pan unless you have a bucket of water handy.
Don't start the pump when you know you have low water.
Don't let it get low.
Don't let your engine get dirty.
Don't say you can't keep it clean.