OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION
| Using Blended Fuels |
| If you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable, |
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| • Always use fresh unleaded gasoline |
| • Use the fuel additive |
Funnel Spout | • Drain tank and run the engine dry before storing unit |
| Using Fuel Additives |
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| The use of fuel additives, such as |
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| equivalent, will inhibit corrosion and |
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| minimize the formation of gum deposits. Using a fuel additive |
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2.Place the unit on a flat level surface (Fig. 6).
Oil Fill
Fig. 6
3.Remove the oil plug / dipstick from the crankcase (Fig. 7).
for up to six (6) months. Add 0.8 oz.
(23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions on the container. NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit's gas tank.
FUELING THE UNIT
WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable. Ignited vapors may explode. Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Do not smoke while filling the tank. Keep sparks and open flames at a distance from the area.
1.Remove the fuel cap (Fig. 8).
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Oil Fill Plug/Dipstick 
Oil Fill Hole 
Fig. 7
4.Pour the entire bottle of oil into the oil fill hole (Fig. 6). NOTE: Never add oil to the fuel or fuel tank.
5.Wipe up any oil that may have spilled and reinstall the oil fill plug / dipstick.
Check oil before each use and change as needed. Refer to Changing the Oil.
RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE
Old fuel is the primary reason for improper unit performance. Be sure to use fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline.
NOTE: This is a four cycle engine. In order to avoid damage to the unit, do not mix oil with gasoline.
Definition of Blended Fuels
Gas Cap
UnleadedGasoline
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2.Place the gas container’s spout into the fill hole on the fuel tank (Fig. 10) and fill the tank.
WARNING: Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated outdoor area. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilt fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
NOTE: Do not overfill the tank.
3.Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.
4.Reinstall the fuel cap.
5.Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site before starting the engine.
NOTE: Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations.
Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol or MTBE (ether).
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