IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVERFILL! This equipment and/or its engine may include evaporative emissions control system components, required to meet EPA and/or CARB regulations, that will only function properly when the fuel tank has been filled to the recommended level. Overfilling may cause permanent damage to evaporative emissions control system components. Filling to the recommended level ensures a vapor gap required to allow for fuel expansion. Pay close attention while filling the fuel tank to ensure that the recommended fuel level inside the tank is not exceeded. Use a portable gasoline container with an appropriately sized dispensing spout when filling the tank. Do not use a funnel or other device that obstructs the view of the tank filling process.

4.Replace fuel cap and tighten.

5.ALWAYS clean up spilled fuel.

Fuel Stabilizer

Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate, resulting in gum deposits in the system. These deposits can damage the carburetor and the fuel hoses, filter and tank. Prevent deposits from forming in the fuel system during storage by adding a quality fuel stabilizer to the fuel. Follow the recommended mix ratio found on the fuel stabilizer container.

Start Engine

1.Make sure control lever is in neutral position.

2.Move the engine switch to the ON position.

3.Open the fuel shut off valve.

4.Set the choke lever based on engine temperature (see Choke Control Lever (Item 3) on page 11).

GASOLINE

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS use gasoline that meets the following guidelines:

•Clean, fresh gasoline.

•A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude use may require a different octane. Consult your engine manual.

•Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.

•Use of any gasoline other than those approved above may void the engine warranty. If the pumps are not marked for the content of alcohol or ethers, check ethanol and MTBE levels with the fuel supplier.

•Do not modify the fuel system to use different fuels.

•Never mix oil and gasoline.

NOTICE: All gasoline is not the same. If the engine experiences starting or performance problems after using a new gasoline, switch to a different fuel provider or fuel brand.

IMPORTANT: Excessively oxygenated or reformulated fuels (fuels blended with alcohols or ethers) can damage the fuel system or cause performance problems. If any undesirable operating problems occur, use a gasoline with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether.

5.Slowly pull the recoil starter until engine compression makes pulling difficult. Let the starter rewind a little, and then pull smoothly and quickly to start the engine.

6.Repeat step 5 as needed.

7.Fully open the choke and set the throttle to full fast before operating the unit.

Stop Engine

1.Return cylinder to fully retracted position.

2.Move throttle lever to slow position.

3.Move the engine switch to the OFF.

4.Close the fuel shut-off valve.

TRANSPORTING UNIT

IMPORTANT: Check local, state and federal laws before towing unit. Any modifications required to meet these laws are the responsibility of the purchaser.

CAUTION: Unit can cause serious injury if it rolls out of control or tips over. Chock wheels when unit is not attached to a tow vehicle.

Ensure that wheel bearings are well packed with grease and that tires are inflated properly before towing. To tow unit:

1.Place beam in horizontal position and engage beam lock (see Beam Assembly Lock (Item 14) on page 12).

2.Move fuel shut-off valve to closed position.

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