Harbor Freight Tools 68306, 68120 Starting the Engine, Setup, Checking and Filling Fuel, Safety

Models: 68306 68120

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Checking and Filling Fuel

Checking and Filling Fuel

WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUSWARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS

INJURY FROM FIRE:

Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources. If the engine is hot from use, shut the engine off and wait for it to cool before adding fuel.

Do not smoke.

1.Clean the Fuel Cap and the area around it.

2.Unscrew and remove the Fuel Cap.

3.If needed, fill the Fuel Tank to about 1 inch under the fill neck of the Fuel Tank with 87 octane or higher unleaded gasoline.

Note: Do not use gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol.

Note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a metal fuel container or a dirty fuel container. It can cause particles to enter the carburetor, affecting engine performance and/or causing damage.

4.Then replace the Fuel Cap.

5.Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess to evaporate before starting engine.

To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine while the smell of fuel hangs in the air.

SAFETY

Starting the Engine

Before Starting the Engine

Before starting the engine:

a.Follow the Set Up Instructions in the equipment manual to prepare the equipment.

b.Inspect the equipment and engine.

c.Fill the engine with the proper amount and type of both fuel and oil.

d.Read the Equipment Operation section in the equipment manual.

SETUP

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

Horizontal Engines

For technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882.

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Harbor Freight Tools 68306 Setup, Checking and Filling Fuel, Before Starting the Engine, Before starting the engine