OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION
4.Pour the entire bottle of oil into the oil fill hole (Fig. 19).
Oil Fill
Fig. 19
NOTE: Never add oil to the fuel or fuel tank.
FUELING UNIT
WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited. To avoid serious personal injury, 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 away from the area.
1. Remove fuel cap (Fig. 20).
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from gasoline spray.
5.Wipe up any oil that may have spilled and reinstall the oil fill plug / dipstick.
The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil before each use and change as needed. See Changing the Oil Pg. 19.
RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE
Old fuel is the primary reason for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, clean,
Unleaded
Gasoline
Gas Can Spout
Fuel Cap
Fuel Tank
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
Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol or MTBE (ether).
Using Blended Fuels
If you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable, follow recommended precautions.
•Always use fresh unleaded gasoline
•Use the fuel additive
•Drain tank and run the engine dry before storing unit.
Using Fuel Additives
The use of fuel additives, such as
(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.
Fig. 20
2.Place spout of gas container into the fill hole on the fuel tank (Fig. 20) and fill tank.
WARNING: Add gasoline in a clean, well ventilated area outdoors. Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilt fuel.
NOTE: Do not overfill tank.
3.Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled
4.Reinstall the fuel cap.
WARNING: Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
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.
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