4.2PRE-START
4.2.1Refer to Section 5 Maintenance and perform all of the necessary inspection and maintenance steps.
4.2.2Fill the Fuel Tank with Gasoline
See Section 1.3 Preparation section for safety information regarding the proper way to handle gasoline.
For best results, use clean, fresh, lead free gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness, purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to use in 30 days. Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits and longer engine life.
NOTE: Do not add oil to the gasoline.
NOTE: Do not use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol containing more the 10% ethanol, premium gasoline or white gas. Using these fuels can damage the engine’s fuel system.
NOTE: Do not use gasoline that has been stored since the last mowing season or longer.
1.Clean around the fuel tank cap.
FIGURE 7
2.Remove the cap from the tank.
3.Fill the fuel tank with unleaded gasoline to within 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) from the top of the tank. Do not fill into the filler neck.
NOTE: Do not fill the tank more than 1/4” (6 mm) from the top of the tank because the gasoline must have room to expand.
4.Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline
4.2.3Make sure you understand the controls, their locations, their functions, and their safety requirements.
4.3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4.3.1Read the Engine Owner's Manual carefully for detailed operating instructions and maintenance regarding the engine.
Before attempting to operate the unit, refer to Section 1 (Safety) and follow all safety, operating, and preparation guidelines as stated in that section.
4.3.2Starting the Engine
1.Connect the wire to the spark plug. See Figure 8.
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