1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please make sure you review each precaution carefully.
Pay special attention to statement preceded by the following words.
WARNING
CAUTION
“WARNING” indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed.
“CAUTION” indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed.
WARNING
: EXHAUST PRECAUTIONS
■Never inhale exhaust gasses.
They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless and extremely dangerous gas which can cause unconsciousness or death.
■Never operate the pump indoors or in a poorly ventilated area, such as tunnel, cave, etc.
■Exercise extreme care when operating the engine near people or animals.
■Keep the exhaust pipe free of foreign objects.
WARNING
: REFUELING PRECAUTIONS
■Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited.
■Do not refuel indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
■Be sure to stop the pump prior to refueling.
■Do not remove fuel tank cap nor fill fuel tank while engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least 2 minutes before refueling.
■Do not overfill the fuel tank.
■If fuel is spilt, wipe it away carefully and wait until the fuel has dried before starting the engine.
■After refueling, make sure that the fuel cap is secured to prevent spillage.
WARNING : FIRE PREVENTION
■Do not operate the pump while smoking or near an open flame.
■Do not use around dry brush, twigs, cloth rags, or other flammable materials.
■Keep cooling air intake (recoil starter area) and muffler side of the engine at least 1 meter (3 feet) away from buildings, obstructions and other burnable objects.
■Keep the pump away from flammables and other hazardous materials (trash, rags, lubricants, explosives).
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