WARNING: Experiences in-
,_ dicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
those using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam- age the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
NOTE: To avoid engine problems,
the fuel system must be emptied be- fore storage for 30 days or longer. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use the carburetor bowl drain to empty residual gasoline from the float chamber. Use fresh
fuel next season. See the Storage section in'this manual for additional information.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
. Fill the fuel tank only with a fresh, clean, unleaded regular, unleaded premium, or reformulated automo- tive gasoline. DO NOT use leaded gasoline. Make sure that the con- tainer you pour the gasoline from is clean and free from rust or other for- eign particles. Never use gasoline that may be stale from long periods of storage in the container.
mable. Always use caution
,_ WARNING: Gasoline is flam- when handling or storing
gasoline.
Do not fill fuel tank while snow
thrower is running, when it is hot, or when snow thrower is in an en- closed area.
Keep away from open flame or an electrical spark and do not smoke while filling the fuel tank.
Never fill the tank completely. Fill the tank to within
top to provide space for expansion of fuel.
Always fill fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or spout to prevent spilling.
Make sure to wipe up any spilled fuel before stating the engine. Store gasoline in a clean, approved
container and keep the cap in place on the container.
TO STOP ENGINE
To stop engine, move the throttle con- trol lever to "STOP" position and re- move key. Keep the key in a safe place. The engine will not start without the key.
TO START ENGINE
(ELECTRIC STARTER, IF EQUIPPED)
Be sure that the engine has sufficient oil. The snow throwerengine is equipped with a 120 volt A.C. electric
