Inspect and Tighten Hardware | Bolens 12207 specification

ASSEMBLY

height setting holes. If this height is correct for you, simply tighten the two handlebar knobs. If a higher setting is desired, reposition the handlebar knobs, mounting screws and washers in the other set of holes.

•Check the locations of the three plastic ties (C, Figure 1). The ties must be positioned as shown.

NOTE: There is just one handlebar storage position – folded over the engine as originally shipped.

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Figure 1: Loosen handlebar knobs and unfold handlebars. Slide plastic ties to the locations shown.

STEP 2: Inspect and Tighten Hardware

•Check all nuts, bolts and screws on your unit and tighten as needed. NOTE: Use a 7/16" socket with an extension to check hardware at ends of handlebar.

IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the engine governor screw

(A, Figure 2). This screw is factory-adjusted for proper engine operation.

Figure 2: Do not adjust or tighten the engine governor screw.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carbure- tor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See “STOR- AGE” instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

STEP 3: Add a Mixture of Gasoline and Two-Cycle Oil to the Fuel Tank

DANGER

•Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. Keep gasoline away from possible ignition sources.

•Do not smoke while mixing the gasoline and two-cycle oil together or when filling the fuel tank.

•Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot.

Failure to follow these precautions could result in the fuel igniting, causing personal injury or property damage.

IMPORTANT: Read the separate Engine Owner’s Manual before starting the engine.

•Use clean, high quality 2-cycle oil, NMMA TC-WII or TC-

W3. DO NOT USE MULTI-VISCOSITY OIL!

•Use fresh, clean, unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated automotive gasoline only. DO NOT USE LEAD- ED GASOLINE. NOTE: Do not use gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol). Fuel containing up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) may be used, but requires special care when the engine is not used for extended periods. See “STORAGE” instructions in Engine Owner’s Manual for additional information.

•The fuel/oil mix ratio is 24:1 with the use of a NMMA classi- fied oil. For new engines, use twice the normal oil quantity for the first gallon of fuel. NOTE: Due to differences in fuel and oil availability worldwide, Tecumseh recommends a 16:1 mix ratio if NMMA oil is not available.

•Do not mix fuel directly in engine fuel tank. Always use a clean, safety-approved fuel container.

•To Mix:

1.Fill a clean, approved container one quarter full with recommended gasoline.

2.Add recommended oil to gasoline per FUEL MIXTURE CHART on next page.

3.Screw cap on container and shake vigorously. Then un- screw cap and fill container with gasoline as shown in FUEL MIXTURE CHART. Once mixed, oil and gasoline will not separate.